Position Summary
Hope House Colorado is hiring an Assistant Manager for our Early Learning & School Age Program. The Early Learning & School Age Assistant Manager (ELAM) will assist the Director of Early Childhood Education (DECE) with implementation and oversight of all programs within the Early Learning and School Age Programs, including Clubhouse activities and covering assigned duties when the Director of Early Childhood Education is offsite. The ELAM will be responsible for maintaining a warm, welcoming, loving, and educational environment while ensuring the team is providing responsive care to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, implementing activities that provide children with opportunities to practice developmental milestones. Responsible for assisting the DECE with administrative duties, tracking data as it pertains to annual goals and grants, and training and mentoring of volunteers and teachers. The ELAM will also provide direct leadership and management to the Early Learning Teachers, volunteers and external partnership providers.
What you’ll be doing
Management
Responsible for training and direct management and supervision of Early Learning Teachers, Volunteers and Early Intervention Specialists and various external partnerships.
Assisting with administrative duties, such as maintaining the program handbook, tracking data and satisfying grant reporting requirements.
Helping teen moms obtain licensed childcare and building and maintaining community partnerships.
Working in partnership with the DECE and ELC Administration to support continuity of care between the EL&SA program and the Early Learning Center.
Promoting Hope House Colorado’s Core Values throughout the organization and external relationships.
Early Learning Classroom
Planning and implementing Early Learning and School age programming, and providing and overseeing daily classroom coverage, following best practices and Colorado licensing standards.
Scheduling of Early Learning Teachers, volunteers and partners to ensure adequate staffing to maintain classroom ratios.
Engagement
Collaborating with the Early Learning team and teen moms to implement classroom strategies and activities that empower teen moms and their children, improving child outcomes.
We want to hear from you if ...
You have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, or similarly related field.(Required)
You have Early Childhood Education experience in a classroom setting serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. (Required)
You have excellent leadership and communication skills, and can work well within a team and high stress situations. (Required)
You are able to work at our Arvada location, with availability between 8am-5pm Monday-Friday and one evening each week 12-8 pm. (Required)
You are Director qualified (Large Center Director Qualification Preferred) or are in the process of obtaining this credential. (Desired)
You have experience working with at-risk children, teenage moms, or similar at-risk population. (Desired)
Who we are
Hope House Colorado is committed to empowering teen moms, changing the future for two generations! We are a future-thinking organization, striving to be experts in our field. We invest in each employee, providing opportunities to pursue individual passions, gifts and strengths. Our staff is a unified team, pursuing excellence in all we do. We serve with integrity, humility, and respect for one another, in an environment that combines professionalism with fun, humor, and even a little bit of silliness each day!
Salary Range
$55,000-68,000/year
Benefits:
Employees who are regularly scheduled to work 24 hours per week or more are eligible for the below benefits
Health Benefits : Employees may elect medical, dental, vision & life insurance plans.
Simple IRA : Employees may choose to make salary reduction contributions through HHC’s Simple IRA plan and HHC will match the employee’s contribution up to a maximum of 3% of the employee’s annual salary.
Vacation : Upon hire, employees earn 6 hours of vacation per paycheck up to 120 hours (3 weeks) in a year. Accruals are adjusted to increase vacation earned per hours worked based on length of employment with HHC.
Holidays : HHC observes eleven (11) holidays throughout the year. Salaried employees are paid for these holidays according to the nationally recognized observation day for each holiday. In addition, salaried employees are currently gifted either the week of Christmas or the week of New Year’s off, to be scheduled at the discretion of their supervisor.
Sick Leave : HHC provides eligible employees with Paid Sick and Safe Leave (PSSL) and Public Health Emergency Leave (PHEL) in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).
Employer Based Childcare : Employer Based Childcare: Employees receive a discount for their child(ren)’s child care tuition if they are enrolled in the Hope House Colorado Early Learning Center.
Hope House Colorado is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! HHC provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness
Job Application Deadline
January 15, 2025
Dec 03, 2025
Full time
Position Summary
Hope House Colorado is hiring an Assistant Manager for our Early Learning & School Age Program. The Early Learning & School Age Assistant Manager (ELAM) will assist the Director of Early Childhood Education (DECE) with implementation and oversight of all programs within the Early Learning and School Age Programs, including Clubhouse activities and covering assigned duties when the Director of Early Childhood Education is offsite. The ELAM will be responsible for maintaining a warm, welcoming, loving, and educational environment while ensuring the team is providing responsive care to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, implementing activities that provide children with opportunities to practice developmental milestones. Responsible for assisting the DECE with administrative duties, tracking data as it pertains to annual goals and grants, and training and mentoring of volunteers and teachers. The ELAM will also provide direct leadership and management to the Early Learning Teachers, volunteers and external partnership providers.
What you’ll be doing
Management
Responsible for training and direct management and supervision of Early Learning Teachers, Volunteers and Early Intervention Specialists and various external partnerships.
Assisting with administrative duties, such as maintaining the program handbook, tracking data and satisfying grant reporting requirements.
Helping teen moms obtain licensed childcare and building and maintaining community partnerships.
Working in partnership with the DECE and ELC Administration to support continuity of care between the EL&SA program and the Early Learning Center.
Promoting Hope House Colorado’s Core Values throughout the organization and external relationships.
Early Learning Classroom
Planning and implementing Early Learning and School age programming, and providing and overseeing daily classroom coverage, following best practices and Colorado licensing standards.
Scheduling of Early Learning Teachers, volunteers and partners to ensure adequate staffing to maintain classroom ratios.
Engagement
Collaborating with the Early Learning team and teen moms to implement classroom strategies and activities that empower teen moms and their children, improving child outcomes.
We want to hear from you if ...
You have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Studies, or similarly related field.(Required)
You have Early Childhood Education experience in a classroom setting serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. (Required)
You have excellent leadership and communication skills, and can work well within a team and high stress situations. (Required)
You are able to work at our Arvada location, with availability between 8am-5pm Monday-Friday and one evening each week 12-8 pm. (Required)
You are Director qualified (Large Center Director Qualification Preferred) or are in the process of obtaining this credential. (Desired)
You have experience working with at-risk children, teenage moms, or similar at-risk population. (Desired)
Who we are
Hope House Colorado is committed to empowering teen moms, changing the future for two generations! We are a future-thinking organization, striving to be experts in our field. We invest in each employee, providing opportunities to pursue individual passions, gifts and strengths. Our staff is a unified team, pursuing excellence in all we do. We serve with integrity, humility, and respect for one another, in an environment that combines professionalism with fun, humor, and even a little bit of silliness each day!
Salary Range
$55,000-68,000/year
Benefits:
Employees who are regularly scheduled to work 24 hours per week or more are eligible for the below benefits
Health Benefits : Employees may elect medical, dental, vision & life insurance plans.
Simple IRA : Employees may choose to make salary reduction contributions through HHC’s Simple IRA plan and HHC will match the employee’s contribution up to a maximum of 3% of the employee’s annual salary.
Vacation : Upon hire, employees earn 6 hours of vacation per paycheck up to 120 hours (3 weeks) in a year. Accruals are adjusted to increase vacation earned per hours worked based on length of employment with HHC.
Holidays : HHC observes eleven (11) holidays throughout the year. Salaried employees are paid for these holidays according to the nationally recognized observation day for each holiday. In addition, salaried employees are currently gifted either the week of Christmas or the week of New Year’s off, to be scheduled at the discretion of their supervisor.
Sick Leave : HHC provides eligible employees with Paid Sick and Safe Leave (PSSL) and Public Health Emergency Leave (PHEL) in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA).
Employer Based Childcare : Employer Based Childcare: Employees receive a discount for their child(ren)’s child care tuition if they are enrolled in the Hope House Colorado Early Learning Center.
Hope House Colorado is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! HHC provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness
Job Application Deadline
January 15, 2025
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Health Care Workforce Team Manager (HPPM2) LIMTED DURATION (24 months)
The Health Policy and Program Manager 2 management-level position sits in the Clinical Supports, Integration, and Workforce Unit and will make recommendations and execute strategic objectives and plans set forth by administrators and agency leadership. The Health Care Workforce Manager leads the Unit’s efforts to expand and diversify Oregon’s health care, oral health, and behavioral health workforce, providing culturally responsive care and supporting system transformation to eliminate health inequities. This role directs a team of six professional-level staff and consultants, provides high-level policy advice on health care access and delivery, and coordinates major health reform initiatives with the Governor’s office, state agencies, and external partners.
This position falls under the HPPM2 classification. The AA Rate Pay Range for this position is $7,353.00- $11,373.00 USD Monthly. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire.
For a full review of the position description, which describes the job duties of this position please click here.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your resume and cover letter.
In-depth knowledge of state and federal health care policy, health services research, and experience analyzing health care utilization, expenditure, and quality assurance data to develop actionable reports.
Demonstrated project and program management experience, including managing multiple timelines, contracts, deliverables, and operationalizing program design.
Proven ability to lead, convene, and facilitate community and partner groups, achieving consensus among diverse stakeholders.
Experience developing, implementing, or evaluating policies and programs that promote equity and inclusion, reduce racial and ethnic disparities, and knowledge of Oregon’s REALD standards.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including synthesizing research, producing professional reports, and effectively presenting data to diverse audiences.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, deliver professional products, and manage program teams with planning, supervision, and decision-making expertise.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher), and knowledge of financial management, budgets, and contract administration.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered. Your cover letter should describe how you meet the desired attributes for this position; your cover letter should be a maximum of 2 pages.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Tracy Blach at: Tracy.Blach@oha.oregon.gov | 503-509-5513.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Application Deadline: 11/05/2025
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Health Care Workforce Team Manager (HPPM2) LIMTED DURATION (24 months)
The Health Policy and Program Manager 2 management-level position sits in the Clinical Supports, Integration, and Workforce Unit and will make recommendations and execute strategic objectives and plans set forth by administrators and agency leadership. The Health Care Workforce Manager leads the Unit’s efforts to expand and diversify Oregon’s health care, oral health, and behavioral health workforce, providing culturally responsive care and supporting system transformation to eliminate health inequities. This role directs a team of six professional-level staff and consultants, provides high-level policy advice on health care access and delivery, and coordinates major health reform initiatives with the Governor’s office, state agencies, and external partners.
This position falls under the HPPM2 classification. The AA Rate Pay Range for this position is $7,353.00- $11,373.00 USD Monthly. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire.
For a full review of the position description, which describes the job duties of this position please click here.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your resume and cover letter.
In-depth knowledge of state and federal health care policy, health services research, and experience analyzing health care utilization, expenditure, and quality assurance data to develop actionable reports.
Demonstrated project and program management experience, including managing multiple timelines, contracts, deliverables, and operationalizing program design.
Proven ability to lead, convene, and facilitate community and partner groups, achieving consensus among diverse stakeholders.
Experience developing, implementing, or evaluating policies and programs that promote equity and inclusion, reduce racial and ethnic disparities, and knowledge of Oregon’s REALD standards.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including synthesizing research, producing professional reports, and effectively presenting data to diverse audiences.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently, deliver professional products, and manage program teams with planning, supervision, and decision-making expertise.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Publisher), and knowledge of financial management, budgets, and contract administration.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions.
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered. Your cover letter should describe how you meet the desired attributes for this position; your cover letter should be a maximum of 2 pages.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Tracy Blach at: Tracy.Blach@oha.oregon.gov | 503-509-5513.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Application Deadline: 11/05/2025
Community Shelter Manager (Community Shelter Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Community Shelter Manager for the Residential & Support Services Program in the Family & Community Shelter department. This role assists the Shelter Director in oversight of client services that are efficient and client focused while demonstrating flexibility & resourcefulness and managing varying levels of ambiguity. This role will manage program aspects that include admissions & intake in collaboration with SAFEline, front desk reception & security, comings & goings of shelter residents, and data collection and reporting. SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, non-exempt basis for an annual salary of $55,010 to $57,000 dependent upon experience. The work location will be based at our new Community Shelter Campus in the Pecan Springs-Springdale area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Wednesday through Sunday, 4pm to 12am (midnight). This position currently requires you to participate in an On-Call schedule/rotation by serving on the back-up manager rotation; ensuring 24/7 on-call availability to shelter staff during week long rotation. Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
Equivalent years of professional-level relevant experience is acceptable in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
Two years' experience in direct client work required. Preference given to those with experience in a residential, crisis, and/or homeless or domestic violence shelter program.
Two years of supervisory experience required.
Experience and skilled in data entry/collection using online database to track program outputs/outcomes and in the use of computer software including word processing, spread sheet, and power point.
Knowledge of issues and systems related to domestic & sexual violence; sexual abuse, exploitation, and trafficking; child abuse; and homelessness.
Ability to pay careful attention to detail; works with accuracy and maintains neat, well-organized documentation.
Must maintain flexibility, working with frequent interruptions and multiple and changing priorities and show demonstrated ability to take responsibility for a diverse number of projects and complete them in a timely manner.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish is preferred; fluency being the ability to clearly and accurately communicate to convey information using the Spanish language, both verbally and in writing.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
With reasonable accommodation, should be able to clearly and accurately communicate to convey information using the English language, both verbally and in writing.
With reasonable accommodation, should have visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above, are required.
Be capable of sitting or standing for extended periods of time, as well as be able to intermittently push, pull, or lift 20 lbs. of force.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noises, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
Must be physically able to use authorized management of aggressive behavior techniques.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver's License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver's License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email, LinkedIn or any other social media messaging service.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
If you or someone you know are in need of our services, please call 512.267.7233, text 737.888.7233 or chat at safeaustin.org/chat
Oct 30, 2025
Full time
Community Shelter Manager (Community Shelter Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Community Shelter Manager for the Residential & Support Services Program in the Family & Community Shelter department. This role assists the Shelter Director in oversight of client services that are efficient and client focused while demonstrating flexibility & resourcefulness and managing varying levels of ambiguity. This role will manage program aspects that include admissions & intake in collaboration with SAFEline, front desk reception & security, comings & goings of shelter residents, and data collection and reporting. SAFE Alliance:
The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.
In the past two years, our community outreach and education has provided over 400 trainings to over 7,000 community members. Our various housing and shelter programs have provided over 46,000 nights/days of care and served over 3,000 youth and adults directly affected by abuse. We have provided over 10,000 callers/chats/texts, walk-in advocacy and crisis interventions or face-to-face emotional support through our 24/7 confidential SAFEline.
No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.
Position Details:
We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, non-exempt basis for an annual salary of $55,010 to $57,000 dependent upon experience. The work location will be based at our new Community Shelter Campus in the Pecan Springs-Springdale area. This position will include some travel in the community or between campuses with no ability for remote/hybrid work. The shift currently available is Wednesday through Sunday, 4pm to 12am (midnight). This position currently requires you to participate in an On-Call schedule/rotation by serving on the back-up manager rotation; ensuring 24/7 on-call availability to shelter staff during week long rotation. Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:
Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field required.
Equivalent years of professional-level relevant experience is acceptable in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
Two years' experience in direct client work required. Preference given to those with experience in a residential, crisis, and/or homeless or domestic violence shelter program.
Two years of supervisory experience required.
Experience and skilled in data entry/collection using online database to track program outputs/outcomes and in the use of computer software including word processing, spread sheet, and power point.
Knowledge of issues and systems related to domestic & sexual violence; sexual abuse, exploitation, and trafficking; child abuse; and homelessness.
Ability to pay careful attention to detail; works with accuracy and maintains neat, well-organized documentation.
Must maintain flexibility, working with frequent interruptions and multiple and changing priorities and show demonstrated ability to take responsibility for a diverse number of projects and complete them in a timely manner.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish is preferred; fluency being the ability to clearly and accurately communicate to convey information using the Spanish language, both verbally and in writing.
With reasonable accommodation, this position requires the manual dexterity to sufficiently operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
With reasonable accommodation, should be able to clearly and accurately communicate to convey information using the English language, both verbally and in writing.
With reasonable accommodation, should have visual acuity capable of drafting, editing, reviewing, and/or comprehending materials in a standard typeface size 10 font or above, are required.
Be capable of sitting or standing for extended periods of time, as well as be able to intermittently push, pull, or lift 20 lbs. of force.
Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions, including the performance of work in cramped and/or awkward positions, and exposure to safety hazards, loud noises, traffic, and inclement weather conditions is possible.
Must be physically able to use authorized management of aggressive behavior techniques.
This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver's License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver's License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.
Application Information and Instructions:
We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email, LinkedIn or any other social media messaging service.
Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1st or 16th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
If you or someone you know are in need of our services, please call 512.267.7233, text 737.888.7233 or chat at safeaustin.org/chat
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Business Operations Coordinator (AS2) The Business Operations Coordinator (AS2) provides technical, analytical, and administrative support to ensure efficient operations within the Health Policy and Analytics Division (HPA), primarily for the Office of Health Policy. This role coordinates logistics for high-profile internal and external committees, supports directors and managers with operational needs, and contributes to problem-solving through research and data analysis. The position also supports communications, policy, and procedural initiatives, manages confidential information with discretion, and provides backup support to the Office of Business Operations to maintain continuity across the division.
This position falls under the AS2 classification. The AA Rate Pay Range for this position is $4,207.00- $5,842.00 USD Monthly. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire.
For a full review of the position description, which describes the job duties of this position please click here.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Three years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR
An associate degree in general office occupations and two years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your resume and cover letter.
Demonstrated ability in planning, managing, and executing complex projects to successful completion.
Track record of identifying and implementing process improvement efficiencies within assigned roles and responsibilities.
Skill in balancing and achieving divisional priorities while navigating competing and complex demands.
Demonstrated understanding of divisional and agency structures, including interdependencies across functions.
Proven capability in identifying key connection points between work groups, programs, offices, and divisions to enhance collaboration and outcomes.
Highly skilled in organization, time management, and self-direction while maintaining high levels of productivity and accountability.
Advanced proficiency in utilizing Zoom and Microsoft 365 applications for meetings, collaboration, and workflow management.
Exceptional ability in synthesizing information quickly, thinking critically, considering multiple perspectives, and generating effective solutions.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter , and answer all supplemental questions .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered . Your cover letter should describe how you meet the desired attributes for this position; your cover letter should be a maximum of 2 pages. Please address in your cover letter your experience with high-profile committees and your comfort level using Zoom and Teams for meeting coordination.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Tracy Blach at: Tracy.Blach@oha.oregon.gov | 503-509-5513.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Oct 24, 2025
Full time
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Business Operations Coordinator (AS2) The Business Operations Coordinator (AS2) provides technical, analytical, and administrative support to ensure efficient operations within the Health Policy and Analytics Division (HPA), primarily for the Office of Health Policy. This role coordinates logistics for high-profile internal and external committees, supports directors and managers with operational needs, and contributes to problem-solving through research and data analysis. The position also supports communications, policy, and procedural initiatives, manages confidential information with discretion, and provides backup support to the Office of Business Operations to maintain continuity across the division.
This position falls under the AS2 classification. The AA Rate Pay Range for this position is $4,207.00- $5,842.00 USD Monthly. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire.
For a full review of the position description, which describes the job duties of this position please click here.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Three years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR
An associate degree in general office occupations and two years of secretarial or administrative support experience that includes coordinating office procedures, preparing narrative and statistical reports, and administrative data collection and analysis; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your resume and cover letter.
Demonstrated ability in planning, managing, and executing complex projects to successful completion.
Track record of identifying and implementing process improvement efficiencies within assigned roles and responsibilities.
Skill in balancing and achieving divisional priorities while navigating competing and complex demands.
Demonstrated understanding of divisional and agency structures, including interdependencies across functions.
Proven capability in identifying key connection points between work groups, programs, offices, and divisions to enhance collaboration and outcomes.
Highly skilled in organization, time management, and self-direction while maintaining high levels of productivity and accountability.
Advanced proficiency in utilizing Zoom and Microsoft 365 applications for meetings, collaboration, and workflow management.
Exceptional ability in synthesizing information quickly, thinking critically, considering multiple perspectives, and generating effective solutions.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter , and answer all supplemental questions .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered . Your cover letter should describe how you meet the desired attributes for this position; your cover letter should be a maximum of 2 pages. Please address in your cover letter your experience with high-profile committees and your comfort level using Zoom and Teams for meeting coordination.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Tracy Blach at: Tracy.Blach@oha.oregon.gov | 503-509-5513.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Justice (DCJ)
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 30, 2025
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional with affiliation/membership and demonstrated work experience serving the Black/African American community?
Are you an experienced mental health counselor who is passionate about helping troubled youth turn their lives around and create a better future?
Are you optimistic about Black/African American youth, parents, and family potential to make positive changes?
The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division (JSD ) is seeking a Qualified and Licensed Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with specialized knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) working with the Black/African-American community as a Mental Health Consultant in the Cultural Responsivity Team. This role must have the ability to identify with specific experiences of the Black/African American community ensuring culturally relevant mental health services, prevention support and care coordination.
The juvenile justice system in Multnomah County is a national leader in developing programs and services that contribute to countywide reductions in recidivism and racial and ethnic disparities in the justice system. Juvenile Services staff screen juvenile cases, prepare reports for courts, supervise youth on probation and collaborate with community organizations to maximize effective services and positive outcomes.
This vital Mental Health Consultant directly supports youth and families primarily from the Black/African-American community. This position delivers crucial short-term treatment interventions aimed at stabilizing family dynamics and provides comprehensive case management, including connecting families to community based organizations for longer term care. Key activities encompass facilitating family meetings, conducting individual sessions, performing thorough mental health assessments, and developing informed treatment recommendations, leading parent skill building and skill groups to foster positive outcomes. This position conducts work both in the office and through field engagements such as home visits, and other safe, family preferred locations.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Engagement, Assessment and Treatment: This includes completing comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations using Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN), developing safety and service plans, providing direct treatment services (individual, family, group therapy, psychological-education, case management), applying knowledge, skills and training (certification) of substance use disorders, performing managed care assessments, developing detailed clinical notes and documentation, and understanding cultural/racial/ethnic factors, specifically within the African American community to engage, assess, and treat.
Community Outreach and Support: This involves assisting with outreach to various community entities to share referral information and education, supervising and managing contracted services as a mandatory reporter under Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) and Oregon Revised Statutes(ORS), mediating conflicts within the community to support and build positive outcomes, researching and advocating for funding and grants to empower community’s voice to resolution, challenging systemic racism and connecting clients to behavioral health services and resources while collaborating on outreach and engagement to African American clients and families facing barriers.
Documentation: This encompasses documenting all clinical assessments, service plans, service notes, outcome measures, fidelity measures, local/state/federal measures, and required forms in accordance with HIPAA, legal, medical, mental health (OAR compliance) and other programmatic standards, completing administrative data collection, participating in supervision and meetings, and attending professional trainings and seminars for development, credentialing and to maintain awareness of professional standards.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Communication, Emotional Intelligence, and Integrity: You will exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with sensitive, complex, confidential information and situations, in addition to acting professionally, and empathically, with individuals, internal/external partners and communities. You will demonstrate the ability to flex communication style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit. Has a high degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Internal Candidates: After you have applied, you will receive an acknowledgement task and the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you complete and submit these tasks in Workday.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Education/Certification: Must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-C*) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO ) as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (12) and described within Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 291-124-1030 (2). *QMHP-C and/or Board of Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or etc. are required AND see qualified degrees listed below:
graduate degree in psychology
graduate degree in social work
graduate degree in a behavioral science field
Experience with mental health assessments (diagnosis) and treatment of youth
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): Black/African American Cultural Competency
Knowledge of the traditions, values and customs of the community being served and the ability to identify specific examples of experience working directly with individuals and families who identify with the Black/African American Community.
Other Required Certification and License
Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) Administration Certification before hire or within the probationary period
A valid driver’s license
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain in your application materials how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two (2) years or more of mental health case management experience within the Black/African American Community.
Attained the Administration Certification of Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN).
Experience administering the GAIN assessment.
Experience providing family therapy, as well as mental health treatment and addictions treatment to adolescents.
Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and interventions for individuals with chronic mental health and addiction disorders, risk and diagnostic assessment and clinical triage, crisis interface with community emergency management systems, providers and crisis centers.
Knowledge of the culturally responsive community mental health providers and ability to provide information/referrals to those providers.
Experience with Crisis intervention, including risk assessment of clients who may be involved in potentially life threatening situations.
Working knowledge of childhood and adolescent development, the juvenile justice system, juvenile probation, strength-based clinical interventions for delinquency, and/or principles of restorative justice.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: You must submit ALL required items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
Online application (REQUIRED): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) – training in the education and work experience sections of the application. These demonstrate you meeting minimum qualifications including the required KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications.
Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications including the KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates of all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
Cover Letter (REQUIRED): Please address the following:
Demonstrate your case management experience working with diverse vulnerable population specifically Black/African American youth, families and community; and
How you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certification(s); and
Why you are interested in the position.
Certification and License (REQUIRED): Must attach a copy of your QMHP-C Certification and if applicable, Oregon licensure (CSW, LPC, MFT, etc. per OARs (12) ) and GAIN Administration Certification. Please indicate the status of your certification(s).
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
An evaluation of application materials, written exam and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented, Local 88
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location*: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave., Portland Oregon 97213.
*Work location includes field work such as home visits and other locations as preferred by the families.
Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages)
Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Free annual Trimet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Oct 17, 2025
Full time
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Justice (DCJ)
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 30, 2025
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional with affiliation/membership and demonstrated work experience serving the Black/African American community?
Are you an experienced mental health counselor who is passionate about helping troubled youth turn their lives around and create a better future?
Are you optimistic about Black/African American youth, parents, and family potential to make positive changes?
The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division (JSD ) is seeking a Qualified and Licensed Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with specialized knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) working with the Black/African-American community as a Mental Health Consultant in the Cultural Responsivity Team. This role must have the ability to identify with specific experiences of the Black/African American community ensuring culturally relevant mental health services, prevention support and care coordination.
The juvenile justice system in Multnomah County is a national leader in developing programs and services that contribute to countywide reductions in recidivism and racial and ethnic disparities in the justice system. Juvenile Services staff screen juvenile cases, prepare reports for courts, supervise youth on probation and collaborate with community organizations to maximize effective services and positive outcomes.
This vital Mental Health Consultant directly supports youth and families primarily from the Black/African-American community. This position delivers crucial short-term treatment interventions aimed at stabilizing family dynamics and provides comprehensive case management, including connecting families to community based organizations for longer term care. Key activities encompass facilitating family meetings, conducting individual sessions, performing thorough mental health assessments, and developing informed treatment recommendations, leading parent skill building and skill groups to foster positive outcomes. This position conducts work both in the office and through field engagements such as home visits, and other safe, family preferred locations.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Engagement, Assessment and Treatment: This includes completing comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations using Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN), developing safety and service plans, providing direct treatment services (individual, family, group therapy, psychological-education, case management), applying knowledge, skills and training (certification) of substance use disorders, performing managed care assessments, developing detailed clinical notes and documentation, and understanding cultural/racial/ethnic factors, specifically within the African American community to engage, assess, and treat.
Community Outreach and Support: This involves assisting with outreach to various community entities to share referral information and education, supervising and managing contracted services as a mandatory reporter under Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) and Oregon Revised Statutes(ORS), mediating conflicts within the community to support and build positive outcomes, researching and advocating for funding and grants to empower community’s voice to resolution, challenging systemic racism and connecting clients to behavioral health services and resources while collaborating on outreach and engagement to African American clients and families facing barriers.
Documentation: This encompasses documenting all clinical assessments, service plans, service notes, outcome measures, fidelity measures, local/state/federal measures, and required forms in accordance with HIPAA, legal, medical, mental health (OAR compliance) and other programmatic standards, completing administrative data collection, participating in supervision and meetings, and attending professional trainings and seminars for development, credentialing and to maintain awareness of professional standards.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Communication, Emotional Intelligence, and Integrity: You will exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with sensitive, complex, confidential information and situations, in addition to acting professionally, and empathically, with individuals, internal/external partners and communities. You will demonstrate the ability to flex communication style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit. Has a high degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Internal Candidates: After you have applied, you will receive an acknowledgement task and the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you complete and submit these tasks in Workday.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Education/Certification: Must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-C*) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO ) as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (12) and described within Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 291-124-1030 (2). *QMHP-C and/or Board of Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or etc. are required AND see qualified degrees listed below:
graduate degree in psychology
graduate degree in social work
graduate degree in a behavioral science field
Experience with mental health assessments (diagnosis) and treatment of youth
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): Black/African American Cultural Competency
Knowledge of the traditions, values and customs of the community being served and the ability to identify specific examples of experience working directly with individuals and families who identify with the Black/African American Community.
Other Required Certification and License
Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) Administration Certification before hire or within the probationary period
A valid driver’s license
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain in your application materials how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two (2) years or more of mental health case management experience within the Black/African American Community.
Attained the Administration Certification of Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN).
Experience administering the GAIN assessment.
Experience providing family therapy, as well as mental health treatment and addictions treatment to adolescents.
Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and interventions for individuals with chronic mental health and addiction disorders, risk and diagnostic assessment and clinical triage, crisis interface with community emergency management systems, providers and crisis centers.
Knowledge of the culturally responsive community mental health providers and ability to provide information/referrals to those providers.
Experience with Crisis intervention, including risk assessment of clients who may be involved in potentially life threatening situations.
Working knowledge of childhood and adolescent development, the juvenile justice system, juvenile probation, strength-based clinical interventions for delinquency, and/or principles of restorative justice.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: You must submit ALL required items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
Online application (REQUIRED): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) – training in the education and work experience sections of the application. These demonstrate you meeting minimum qualifications including the required KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications.
Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications including the KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates of all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
Cover Letter (REQUIRED): Please address the following:
Demonstrate your case management experience working with diverse vulnerable population specifically Black/African American youth, families and community; and
How you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certification(s); and
Why you are interested in the position.
Certification and License (REQUIRED): Must attach a copy of your QMHP-C Certification and if applicable, Oregon licensure (CSW, LPC, MFT, etc. per OARs (12) ) and GAIN Administration Certification. Please indicate the status of your certification(s).
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
An evaluation of application materials, written exam and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented, Local 88
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location*: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave., Portland Oregon 97213.
*Work location includes field work such as home visits and other locations as preferred by the families.
Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages)
Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Free annual Trimet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Justice (DCJ)
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 30, 2025
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional with demonstrated experience serving the Latino/Latina/Latine community?
Are you an experienced mental health counselor who is passionate about helping troubled youth turn their lives around and create a better future?
Are you optimistic about Latino/a/e youth, parent, and family potential to make positive changes?
The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division (JSD ) is seeking a Qualified and Licensed Mental Health Professional with advanced knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) working with the Latino/Latina/Latine community for a Mental Health Consultant position with the Cultural Responsivity Team. This position requires the ability to communicate (speak, read and write) to families in Spanish (and English) ensuring culturally relevant mental health services, prevention support and care coordination.
The juvenile justice system in Multnomah County is a national leader in developing programs and services that contribute to countywide reductions in recidivism and racial and ethnic disparities in the justice system. Juvenile Services staff screen juvenile cases, prepare reports for courts, supervise youth on probation and collaborate with community organizations to maximize effective services and positive outcomes.
This important Mental Health Consultant directly supports youth and families primarily from the Latino/Latina/Latine community. This role delivers crucial short-term treatment interventions aimed at stabilizing family dynamics and provides comprehensive case management, including connecting families to community based organizations for longer term care. Key activities encompass facilitating family meetings, conducting individual sessions, performing thorough mental health assessments and developing informed treatment recommendations, leading parent skill building and skill groups to foster positive outcomes. This role conducts work both in the office and through field engagements such as home visits and other safe, family preferred locations.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Engagement, Assessment and Treatment: This includes completing comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations using Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN), developing safety and service plans, providing direct treatment services (individual, family, group therapy, psychological-education, case management), applying knowledge, skills and training (certification) of substance use disorders, performing managed care assessments, developing detailed clinical notes and documentation, and understanding cultural/racial/ethnic factors, specifically within the Latino/Latina/Latine community to engage, assess and treat.
Community Outreach and Support: This involves assisting with outreach to various community entities to share referral information and education, supervising and managing contracted services as a mandatory reporter under Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) and Oregon Revised Statutes(ORS), mediating conflicts within the community to support and build positive outcomes, researching and advocating for funding and grants to empower community’s voice to resolution, challenging systemic racism and connecting clients to behavioral health services and resources while collaborating on outreach and engagement to Latino/a/e clients and families facing barriers.
Documentation: This encompasses documenting all clinical assessments, service plans, service notes, outcome measures, fidelity measures, local/state/federal measures, and required forms in accordance with HIPAA, legal, medical, mental health (OAR compliance) and other programmatic standards, completing administrative data collection, participating in supervision and meetings, and attending professional trainings and seminars for development, credentialing and to maintain awareness of professional standards.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Communication, Emotional Intelligence, and Integrity: You will exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with sensitive, complex, confidential information and situations, in addition to acting professionally, and empathically, with individuals, internal/external partners and communities. You will demonstrate the ability to flex communication style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit. Has a high degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Internal Candidates: After you have applied, you will receive an acknowledgement task and the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you complete and submit these tasks in Workday.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Education/Certification: Must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-C*) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO ) as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (12) and described within Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 291-124-1030 (2). *QMHP-C and/or Board of Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), etc. are required AND see qualified degrees listed below:
graduate degree in psychology
graduate degree in social work
graduate degree in a behavioral science field
Experience with mental health assessments (diagnosis) and treatment of youth
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Latino/a/e Cultural Competency
This position requires knowledge, understanding and experience with the Latino/a/e culture, traditions, attitudes, beliefs and history.
This position must demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by Latino/a/e families related to racism and socio-economic injustices and how those experiences impact juveniles and their families within the criminal justice system.
This position also requires the ability to speak, write and read fluently in both English and Spanish (and be able to pass a Spanish language assessment test).
Other Required Certification and License
Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) Administration Certification before hire or within the probationary period
A valid driver’s license
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain in your application materials how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two (2) years or more of mental health case management experience within the Latino/Latina/Latine Community.
Attained the Administration Certification of Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN).
Experience administering the GAIN assessment.
Experience providing family therapy, as well as mental health treatment and addictions treatment to adolescents.
Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and interventions for individuals with chronic mental health and addiction disorders, risk and diagnostic assessment and clinical triage, crisis interface with community emergency management systems, providers and crisis centers.
Knowledge of the culturally responsive community mental health providers and ability to provide information/referrals to those providers.
Experience with Crisis intervention, including risk assessment of clients who may be involved in potentially life threatening situations.
Working knowledge of childhood and adolescent development, the juvenile justice system, juvenile probation, strength-based clinical interventions for delinquency, and/or principles of restorative justice.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: You must submit ALL required items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
Online application (REQUIRED): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) – training in the education and work experience sections of the application. These demonstrate you meeting minimum qualifications including the required KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications.
Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications including the KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates of all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
Cover Letter (REQUIRED): Please address the following:
Demonstrate your mental health case management experience working with diverse vulnerable population specifically Latino/Latina/Latine youth, families and community; and
How you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certification(s); and
Why you are interested in the position?
Certification and License (REQUIRED): Must attach a copy of your QMHP-C Certification and if applicable, Oregon licensure (CSW, LPC, MFT, etc. per OARs (12) ) and GAIN Administration Certification. Please indicate the status of your certification(s).
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
An evaluation of application materials, written exam and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Spanish language assessment test
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location*: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave., Portland Oregon 97213.
*Work location includes field work such as home visits and other locations as preferred by the families.
Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages)
Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Free annual Trimet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Oct 17, 2025
Full time
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$39.11 - $48.12 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Justice (DCJ)
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 30, 2025
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional with demonstrated experience serving the Latino/Latina/Latine community?
Are you an experienced mental health counselor who is passionate about helping troubled youth turn their lives around and create a better future?
Are you optimistic about Latino/a/e youth, parent, and family potential to make positive changes?
The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division (JSD ) is seeking a Qualified and Licensed Mental Health Professional with advanced knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) working with the Latino/Latina/Latine community for a Mental Health Consultant position with the Cultural Responsivity Team. This position requires the ability to communicate (speak, read and write) to families in Spanish (and English) ensuring culturally relevant mental health services, prevention support and care coordination.
The juvenile justice system in Multnomah County is a national leader in developing programs and services that contribute to countywide reductions in recidivism and racial and ethnic disparities in the justice system. Juvenile Services staff screen juvenile cases, prepare reports for courts, supervise youth on probation and collaborate with community organizations to maximize effective services and positive outcomes.
This important Mental Health Consultant directly supports youth and families primarily from the Latino/Latina/Latine community. This role delivers crucial short-term treatment interventions aimed at stabilizing family dynamics and provides comprehensive case management, including connecting families to community based organizations for longer term care. Key activities encompass facilitating family meetings, conducting individual sessions, performing thorough mental health assessments and developing informed treatment recommendations, leading parent skill building and skill groups to foster positive outcomes. This role conducts work both in the office and through field engagements such as home visits and other safe, family preferred locations.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Engagement, Assessment and Treatment: This includes completing comprehensive mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations using Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN), developing safety and service plans, providing direct treatment services (individual, family, group therapy, psychological-education, case management), applying knowledge, skills and training (certification) of substance use disorders, performing managed care assessments, developing detailed clinical notes and documentation, and understanding cultural/racial/ethnic factors, specifically within the Latino/Latina/Latine community to engage, assess and treat.
Community Outreach and Support: This involves assisting with outreach to various community entities to share referral information and education, supervising and managing contracted services as a mandatory reporter under Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) and Oregon Revised Statutes(ORS), mediating conflicts within the community to support and build positive outcomes, researching and advocating for funding and grants to empower community’s voice to resolution, challenging systemic racism and connecting clients to behavioral health services and resources while collaborating on outreach and engagement to Latino/a/e clients and families facing barriers.
Documentation: This encompasses documenting all clinical assessments, service plans, service notes, outcome measures, fidelity measures, local/state/federal measures, and required forms in accordance with HIPAA, legal, medical, mental health (OAR compliance) and other programmatic standards, completing administrative data collection, participating in supervision and meetings, and attending professional trainings and seminars for development, credentialing and to maintain awareness of professional standards.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Communication, Emotional Intelligence, and Integrity: You will exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with sensitive, complex, confidential information and situations, in addition to acting professionally, and empathically, with individuals, internal/external partners and communities. You will demonstrate the ability to flex communication style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit. Has a high degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Internal Candidates: After you have applied, you will receive an acknowledgement task and the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you complete and submit these tasks in Workday.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Education/Certification: Must meet the standards of Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-C*) with the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO ) as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (12) and described within Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 291-124-1030 (2). *QMHP-C and/or Board of Oregon Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), etc. are required AND see qualified degrees listed below:
graduate degree in psychology
graduate degree in social work
graduate degree in a behavioral science field
Experience with mental health assessments (diagnosis) and treatment of youth
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Latino/a/e Cultural Competency
This position requires knowledge, understanding and experience with the Latino/a/e culture, traditions, attitudes, beliefs and history.
This position must demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by Latino/a/e families related to racism and socio-economic injustices and how those experiences impact juveniles and their families within the criminal justice system.
This position also requires the ability to speak, write and read fluently in both English and Spanish (and be able to pass a Spanish language assessment test).
Other Required Certification and License
Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) Administration Certification before hire or within the probationary period
A valid driver’s license
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain in your application materials how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two (2) years or more of mental health case management experience within the Latino/Latina/Latine Community.
Attained the Administration Certification of Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN).
Experience administering the GAIN assessment.
Experience providing family therapy, as well as mental health treatment and addictions treatment to adolescents.
Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and interventions for individuals with chronic mental health and addiction disorders, risk and diagnostic assessment and clinical triage, crisis interface with community emergency management systems, providers and crisis centers.
Knowledge of the culturally responsive community mental health providers and ability to provide information/referrals to those providers.
Experience with Crisis intervention, including risk assessment of clients who may be involved in potentially life threatening situations.
Working knowledge of childhood and adolescent development, the juvenile justice system, juvenile probation, strength-based clinical interventions for delinquency, and/or principles of restorative justice.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: You must submit ALL required items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
Online application (REQUIRED): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) – training in the education and work experience sections of the application. These demonstrate you meeting minimum qualifications including the required KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications.
Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications including the KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates of all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
Cover Letter (REQUIRED): Please address the following:
Demonstrate your mental health case management experience working with diverse vulnerable population specifically Latino/Latina/Latine youth, families and community; and
How you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certification(s); and
Why you are interested in the position?
Certification and License (REQUIRED): Must attach a copy of your QMHP-C Certification and if applicable, Oregon licensure (CSW, LPC, MFT, etc. per OARs (12) ) and GAIN Administration Certification. Please indicate the status of your certification(s).
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
An evaluation of application materials, written exam and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Spanish language assessment test
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location*: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave., Portland Oregon 97213.
*Work location includes field work such as home visits and other locations as preferred by the families.
Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages)
Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Free annual Trimet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$31.03 - $38.00 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Justice (DCJ)
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 26, 2025
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
Do you want to be a part of a juvenile justice system that works to protect the public, provide fair and equitable accountability and deliver cost-effective, evidence-based services to at-risk youth and their families?
If yes, then the Multnomah County Department of Community Justice, Juvenile Services Division may be the place for you!
The Community Supervision Team seeks an organized, collaborative, and proactive Juvenile Counseling Assistant (JCA) to provide essential support to Juvenile Court Counselors (JCCs). In this role, you’ll ensure timely completion of all case management aspects for pre-adjudication and field cases for a busy team to create a positive change for a safer community. All services are provided using a strength-based and best practices model. Cultural awareness and sensitivity are practiced when referring families to appropriate services.
The primary duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:
Juvenile Court Counselor Support: Works closely supporting Juvenile Court Counselors on pre-adjudication and post-adjudication supervision efforts. As a JCA, you will assist with youth processing, schedule fingerprinting, serve summons, attend home visits and monitor youth progress through various methods of contact. You’ll also make placement recommendations and help maintain youth accountability.
Youth Support: Connect the justice system - involved youth, and their family members or guardians to vital therapeutic services (CHI-EI, mentoring, mental health or drug and alcohol treatment, or skill building organizations), educational resources, and court-ordered/voluntary treatment options. This includes pre-investigation for community monitoring, accompanying juveniles to appointments, providing life skills coaching, and responding to emergent needs and crisis interventions with aggressive clients or volatile situations.
Data support: Collect and maintain accurate data on youth and families and documentation of case management and intervention efforts, preparing reports for Juvenile Court Counselors, the court, and management.
Property Room Custodian: Manage the property room, ensuring proper storage, stocking supplies, monitoring items for return or disposal, and maintaining the chain of custody.
Stakeholder Support: Represent the department in committees and community partnerships, participating in forums and events, and preparing/facilitating presentations to share information with various interest holders.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Juvenile Counseling Assistant who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Organizational and Time Management: You will efficiently complete multiple cases, tasks, schedules, and deadlines to support the busy team and foster a positive change for a safer community.
Communication: Effectively communicating with clients, service providers, and other interest holders through active listening, clear speaking and precise written documentation.
Cultural Competence: Being sensitive to clients’ diverse backgrounds to build rapport and provide appropriate, effective services.
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive an acknowledgement task and the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you complete and submit these tasks in Workday.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Two (2) years of responsible social service or juvenile justice experience dealing directly with vulnerable youth populations.
Equivalent to an associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in child psychology, social work, counseling, criminal justice or a related field.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Valid driver’s license
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two (2) or more years of experience supporting social services or juvenile justice cases which include dealing directly with the vulnerable youth population.
Experience with justice involved youth.
Experience writing detailed reports.
Experience with law enforcement/court databases or similar databases or systems.
Skill to assess risk factors, protective factors, personal, and evaluation needs to develop appropriate individual interventions or case plans.
Ability to work cooperatively and develop effective working relationships with diverse work groups and the general public, including the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.
* Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: Please be sure to provide ALL the required materials below in your application submission. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
Online application (Required): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
Cover Letter (Required): Please explain the following:
describe your level of case management experience in a public safety setting or in a human services setting; and
describe your experience entering detailed data into databases or spreadsheets; and
describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications, and why you are applying for this position.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Written exercise, reviewed and scored by a panel
An evaluation of application materials and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented, Local 88
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97213
Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages)
Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Free annual Trimet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
Oct 15, 2025
Full time
Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Pay Range:
$31.03 - $38.00 Hourly
Department:
Department of Community Justice (DCJ)
Job Type:
Regular Represented
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 26, 2025
The Opportunity:
THIS WORK MATTERS!
Do you want to be a part of a juvenile justice system that works to protect the public, provide fair and equitable accountability and deliver cost-effective, evidence-based services to at-risk youth and their families?
If yes, then the Multnomah County Department of Community Justice, Juvenile Services Division may be the place for you!
The Community Supervision Team seeks an organized, collaborative, and proactive Juvenile Counseling Assistant (JCA) to provide essential support to Juvenile Court Counselors (JCCs). In this role, you’ll ensure timely completion of all case management aspects for pre-adjudication and field cases for a busy team to create a positive change for a safer community. All services are provided using a strength-based and best practices model. Cultural awareness and sensitivity are practiced when referring families to appropriate services.
The primary duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:
Juvenile Court Counselor Support: Works closely supporting Juvenile Court Counselors on pre-adjudication and post-adjudication supervision efforts. As a JCA, you will assist with youth processing, schedule fingerprinting, serve summons, attend home visits and monitor youth progress through various methods of contact. You’ll also make placement recommendations and help maintain youth accountability.
Youth Support: Connect the justice system - involved youth, and their family members or guardians to vital therapeutic services (CHI-EI, mentoring, mental health or drug and alcohol treatment, or skill building organizations), educational resources, and court-ordered/voluntary treatment options. This includes pre-investigation for community monitoring, accompanying juveniles to appointments, providing life skills coaching, and responding to emergent needs and crisis interventions with aggressive clients or volatile situations.
Data support: Collect and maintain accurate data on youth and families and documentation of case management and intervention efforts, preparing reports for Juvenile Court Counselors, the court, and management.
Property Room Custodian: Manage the property room, ensuring proper storage, stocking supplies, monitoring items for return or disposal, and maintaining the chain of custody.
Stakeholder Support: Represent the department in committees and community partnerships, participating in forums and events, and preparing/facilitating presentations to share information with various interest holders.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Juvenile Counseling Assistant who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Organizational and Time Management: You will efficiently complete multiple cases, tasks, schedules, and deadlines to support the busy team and foster a positive change for a safer community.
Communication: Effectively communicating with clients, service providers, and other interest holders through active listening, clear speaking and precise written documentation.
Cultural Competence: Being sensitive to clients’ diverse backgrounds to build rapport and provide appropriate, effective services.
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
Serving the Public, Even During Disasters
Everyday, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disaster, or other types of community emergency response. During these emergency responses, while typically there begins with a call for volunteers, county employees may ultimately be reassigned from their current position to a role in the emergency response in order to support the critical needs presented by our communities. For more information, please visit the Disaster Service Worker Information page.
Internal candidates: After you have applied, you will receive an acknowledgement task and the Oregon Veteran Preference Questionnaire in your Workday inbox. Your application as an internal candidate is not complete until you complete and submit these tasks in Workday.
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Two (2) years of responsible social service or juvenile justice experience dealing directly with vulnerable youth populations.
Equivalent to an associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in child psychology, social work, counseling, criminal justice or a related field.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Valid driver’s license
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two (2) or more years of experience supporting social services or juvenile justice cases which include dealing directly with the vulnerable youth population.
Experience with justice involved youth.
Experience writing detailed reports.
Experience with law enforcement/court databases or similar databases or systems.
Skill to assess risk factors, protective factors, personal, and evaluation needs to develop appropriate individual interventions or case plans.
Ability to work cooperatively and develop effective working relationships with diverse work groups and the general public, including the ability to deal with stressful and difficult situations.
* Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: Please be sure to provide ALL the required materials below in your application submission. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
Online application (Required): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) and training in the education and work experience sections of the application.
Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates, all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
Cover Letter (Required): Please explain the following:
describe your level of case management experience in a public safety setting or in a human services setting; and
describe your experience entering detailed data into databases or spreadsheets; and
describe how you meet the minimum qualifications and any preferred qualifications, and why you are applying for this position.
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
Written exercise, reviewed and scored by a panel
An evaluation of application materials and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented, Local 88
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave, Portland, OR 97213
Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages)
Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Free annual Trimet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
In accordance with Oregon Law , Multnomah County is not collecting school attendance dates in the initial application process; please do not include these dates in your resume, cover letter and other application materials.
Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don't just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.
Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.
THIS WORK MATTERS!
Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional with demonstrated experience serving the Latino/Latina/Latine community?
Are you an experienced mental health counselor who is passionate about helping troubled youth turn their lives around and create a better future?
Are you optimistic about Latino/a/e youth, parent, and family potential to make positive changes?
The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division (JSD ) is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with advanced knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) working with the Latino/Latina/Latine community for a Mental Health Consultant position with the Cultural Responsivity Team. This position requires the ability to communicate (speak, read and write) to families in Spanish (and English) ensuring culturally relevant mental health services, prevention support and care coordination.
The juvenile justice system in Multnomah County is a national leader in developing programs and services that contribute to countywide reductions in recidivism and racial and ethnic disparities in the justice system. Juvenile Services staff screen juvenile cases, prepare reports for courts, supervise youth on probation and collaborate with community organizations to maximize effective services and positive outcomes.
This important Mental Health Consultant directly supports youth and families primarily from the Latino/Latina/Latine community. This role delivers crucial short-term treatment interventions aimed at stabilizing family dynamics and provides comprehensive case management, including connecting families to community based organizations for longer term care. Key activities encompass facilitating family meetings, conducting individual sessions, performing thorough mental health assessments and developing informed treatment recommendations, leading parent skill building and skill groups to foster positive outcomes. This role conducts work both in the office and through field engagements such as home visits and other safe, family preferred locations.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Engagement, Assessment and Treatment: This includes completing comprehensive mental health assessments using Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN), developing safety and service plans, providing direct treatment services (individual, family, group therapy, psychological-education, case management), applying knowledge, skills and training (certification) of substance use disorders, performing managed care assessments, developing detailed clinical notes and documentation, and understanding cultural/racial/ethnic factors, specifically within the Latino/Latina/Latine community to engage, assess and treat.
Community Outreach and Support: This involves assisting with outreach to various community entities to share referral information and education, supervising and managing contracted services as a mandatory reporter under Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) and Oregon Revised Statutes(ORS), mediating conflicts within the community to support and build positive outcomes, researching and advocating for funding and grants to empower community’s voice to resolution, challenging systemic racism and connecting clients to behavioral health services and resources while collaborating on outreach and engagement to Latino/a/e clients and families facing barriers.
Documentation: This encompasses documenting all clinical assessments, service plans, service notes, outcome measures, fidelity measures, local/state/federal measures, and required forms in accordance with HIPAA, legal, medical, mental health (OAR compliance) and other programmatic standards, completing administrative data collection, participating in supervision and meetings, and attending professional trainings and seminars for development, credentialing and to maintain awareness of professional standards.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Communication, Emotional Intelligence, and Integrity: You will exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with sensitive, complex, confidential information and situations, in addition to acting professionally, and empathically, with individuals, internal/external partners and communities. You will demonstrate the ability to flex communication style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit. Has a high degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Education/Certification: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the mental health field with major coursework in social science, or related field demonstrating the capacity to meet the provider Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-I or II) credentialing requirements as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (10) and described within Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 291-124-1030 (2). AND see qualified degrees listed below:
graduate degree in psychology
graduate degree in social work
graduate degree in a behavioral science field
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Latino/a/e Cultural Competency
This position requires knowledge, understanding and experience with the Latino/a/e culture, traditions, attitudes, beliefs and history.
This role must demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by Latino/a/e families related to racism and socio-economic injustices and how those experiences impact juveniles and their families within the criminal justice system.
This position also requires the ability to speak, write and read fluently in both English and Spanish (and be able to pass a Spanish language assessment test).
Required Certification and License
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP- I or II) Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) before hire or within the probationary period after being hired (six (6) months for current regular status employees or one (1) year for new hires) as a Mental Health Consultant
Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) Administration Certification before hire or within the probationary period
A valid driver’s license
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two (2) years or more of mental health case management experience within the Latino/Latina/Latine Community.
Attained the Administration Certification of Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN).
Experience administering the GAIN assessment.
Experience providing family therapy, as well as mental health treatment and addictions treatment to adolescents.
Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and interventions for individuals with chronic mental health and addiction disorders, risk and diagnostic assessment and clinical triage, crisis interface with community emergency management systems, providers and crisis centers.
Knowledge of the culturally responsive community mental health providers and ability to provide information/referrals to those providers.
Experience with Crisis intervention, including risk assessment of clients who may be involved in potentially life threatening situations.
Working knowledge of childhood and adolescent development, the juvenile justice system, juvenile probation, strength-based clinical interventions for delinquency, and/or principles of restorative justice.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: You must submit ALL required items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
Online application (REQUIRED): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) – training in the education and work experience sections of the application. These demonstrate you meeting minimum qualifications including the required KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications.
Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications including the KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates of all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
Cover Letter (REQUIRED): Please address the following:
Demonstrate your case management experience working with diverse vulnerable population specifically Latino/Latina/Latine youth, families and community; and
How you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certification(s); and
Why you are interested in the position.
Certification and License (REQUIRED): Attach a copy of your QMHP I/II Certification and if applicable, Oregon licensure (CSW, LPC, MFT) and GAIN Administration Certification. Please indicate the status of your certification(s).
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
An evaluation of application materials, written exam and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Spanish language assessment test
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location*: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave., Portland Oregon 97213.
*Work location includes field work such as home visits and other locations as preferred by the families.
Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages)
Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Free annual Trimet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
THIS WORK MATTERS!
Are you a Qualified Mental Health Professional with demonstrated experience serving the Latino/Latina/Latine community?
Are you an experienced mental health counselor who is passionate about helping troubled youth turn their lives around and create a better future?
Are you optimistic about Latino/a/e youth, parent, and family potential to make positive changes?
The Department of Community Justice Juvenile Services Division (JSD ) is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) with advanced knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA) working with the Latino/Latina/Latine community for a Mental Health Consultant position with the Cultural Responsivity Team. This position requires the ability to communicate (speak, read and write) to families in Spanish (and English) ensuring culturally relevant mental health services, prevention support and care coordination.
The juvenile justice system in Multnomah County is a national leader in developing programs and services that contribute to countywide reductions in recidivism and racial and ethnic disparities in the justice system. Juvenile Services staff screen juvenile cases, prepare reports for courts, supervise youth on probation and collaborate with community organizations to maximize effective services and positive outcomes.
This important Mental Health Consultant directly supports youth and families primarily from the Latino/Latina/Latine community. This role delivers crucial short-term treatment interventions aimed at stabilizing family dynamics and provides comprehensive case management, including connecting families to community based organizations for longer term care. Key activities encompass facilitating family meetings, conducting individual sessions, performing thorough mental health assessments and developing informed treatment recommendations, leading parent skill building and skill groups to foster positive outcomes. This role conducts work both in the office and through field engagements such as home visits and other safe, family preferred locations.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Engagement, Assessment and Treatment: This includes completing comprehensive mental health assessments using Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN), developing safety and service plans, providing direct treatment services (individual, family, group therapy, psychological-education, case management), applying knowledge, skills and training (certification) of substance use disorders, performing managed care assessments, developing detailed clinical notes and documentation, and understanding cultural/racial/ethnic factors, specifically within the Latino/Latina/Latine community to engage, assess and treat.
Community Outreach and Support: This involves assisting with outreach to various community entities to share referral information and education, supervising and managing contracted services as a mandatory reporter under Oregon Administrative Rules (OARS) and Oregon Revised Statutes(ORS), mediating conflicts within the community to support and build positive outcomes, researching and advocating for funding and grants to empower community’s voice to resolution, challenging systemic racism and connecting clients to behavioral health services and resources while collaborating on outreach and engagement to Latino/a/e clients and families facing barriers.
Documentation: This encompasses documenting all clinical assessments, service plans, service notes, outcome measures, fidelity measures, local/state/federal measures, and required forms in accordance with HIPAA, legal, medical, mental health (OAR compliance) and other programmatic standards, completing administrative data collection, participating in supervision and meetings, and attending professional trainings and seminars for development, credentialing and to maintain awareness of professional standards.
Come Find Your Why? (video)
The Department of Community Justice is looking for a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) who can demonstrate expertise in the following areas:
Communication, Emotional Intelligence, and Integrity: You will exercise good judgment, diplomacy, and tact in dealing with sensitive, complex, confidential information and situations, in addition to acting professionally, and empathically, with individuals, internal/external partners and communities. You will demonstrate the ability to flex communication style when faced with myriad dimensions of culture in order to be effective across cultural context.
Strategic Planning / Leadership: You will develop goals and direction based on the overall county/department mission and vision to increase community safety through positive change.
Results Through People: You will help achieve results through the contribution of others by motivating and inspiring growth and productivity.
Relationships and Community: You will build positive and sustainable relationships with a range of key internal and external stakeholders.
Leading Cross-Culturally: You will foster an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the organization.
Team Building: You will develop, inspire, and foster employees to work collaboratively.
Organizational Savviness: You will demonstrate understanding and good judgment of organizational culture and interpersonal relationships, with both internal and external groups, to identify opportunities of mutual interest and benefit. Has a high degree of resilience, is outcome driven and can thrive in an environment of rapid change while effectively managing pressure in an effective and professional manner.
Delivery: You will ensure services are provided by quality processes through monitoring and understanding.
Outcomes: You achieve quality outcomes for the individual, the organization, and the county.
Personal Development : You will strive for an honest and accurate assessment of oneself and demonstrate willingness for continuous improvement.
Functional/Technical: You possess specific knowledge about laws, regulations, certifications, licensure and skills for specific assignments.
WORKFORCE EQUITY
At Multnomah County we are committed to maintaining an effective, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value collaborative problem solving and strive for continuous improvement. We strongly believe in workforce equity, diversity and inclusion. Visit our Workforce Equity Strategies Plan (WESP) to see where Multnomah County is headed with these values.
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY JUSTICE
Vision ~ Community Safety through Positive Change
The Department of Community Justice (DCJ) is recognized as a national leader in both adult and juvenile community justice. DCJ routinely consults and makes use of evidence-based practices in our program and policy development. The Department's commitment to data-informed decision-making has led DCJ to make smart investments of taxpayer dollars in supervision, sanctions, and services for the county's highest risk and highest need justice-involved individuals. DCJ makes long-term investments in its employees through the provision of education and training. The Department believes that in order to enhance public safety we must work collaboratively with the judiciary, law enforcement, schools, treatment agencies, and the community.
The Department shares information with community members, partners, and staff to keep communities safe by preventing and reducing crime and routinely evaluating which local policies support best practices. DCJ operates 24 hours a day, with nearly 650 regular, on-call, and temporary employees. The Department supervises justice-involved individuals and those defendants requiring pretrial services. DCJ's Juvenile Services Division operates the Donald E. Long Juvenile Detention Facility and is responsible for youth on formal and informal community supervision.
More general information about the Department of Community Justice including our mission, vision, and strategies can be found at: www.multco.us/dcj .
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.
Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills*:
Education/Certification: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in the mental health field with major coursework in social science, or related field demonstrating the capacity to meet the provider Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-I or II) credentialing requirements as required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) 309-019-0125 (10) and described within Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) 291-124-1030 (2). AND see qualified degrees listed below:
graduate degree in psychology
graduate degree in social work
graduate degree in a behavioral science field
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Latino/a/e Cultural Competency
This position requires knowledge, understanding and experience with the Latino/a/e culture, traditions, attitudes, beliefs and history.
This role must demonstrate the knowledge and understanding of the origins and results of the disparities experienced by Latino/a/e families related to racism and socio-economic injustices and how those experiences impact juveniles and their families within the criminal justice system.
This position also requires the ability to speak, write and read fluently in both English and Spanish (and be able to pass a Spanish language assessment test).
Required Certification and License
Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP- I or II) Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) before hire or within the probationary period after being hired (six (6) months for current regular status employees or one (1) year for new hires) as a Mental Health Consultant
Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN) Administration Certification before hire or within the probationary period
A valid driver’s license
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills*: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.
Two (2) years or more of mental health case management experience within the Latino/Latina/Latine Community.
Attained the Administration Certification of Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAIN).
Experience administering the GAIN assessment.
Experience providing family therapy, as well as mental health treatment and addictions treatment to adolescents.
Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and interventions for individuals with chronic mental health and addiction disorders, risk and diagnostic assessment and clinical triage, crisis interface with community emergency management systems, providers and crisis centers.
Knowledge of the culturally responsive community mental health providers and ability to provide information/referrals to those providers.
Experience with Crisis intervention, including risk assessment of clients who may be involved in potentially life threatening situations.
Working knowledge of childhood and adolescent development, the juvenile justice system, juvenile probation, strength-based clinical interventions for delinquency, and/or principles of restorative justice.
*Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: You must submit ALL required items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.
Online application (REQUIRED): Explain all related experience (paid or unpaid) – training in the education and work experience sections of the application. These demonstrate you meeting minimum qualifications including the required KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications.
Attach a resume (Optional): Please indicate how you meet the required minimum qualifications including the KSA and any relevant preferred qualifications. Attach the document to the on-line application. Be sure to explain in detail, including dates of all related work experience, paid or unpaid.
Cover Letter (REQUIRED): Please address the following:
Demonstrate your case management experience working with diverse vulnerable population specifically Latino/Latina/Latine youth, families and community; and
How you meet the qualifications for this position, including your current certification(s); and
Why you are interested in the position.
Certification and License (REQUIRED): Attach a copy of your QMHP I/II Certification and if applicable, Oregon licensure (CSW, LPC, MFT) and GAIN Administration Certification. Please indicate the status of your certification(s).
The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:
Initial review of minimum qualifications
An evaluation of application materials, written exam and/or oral exam to identify the most qualified candidates
Consideration of top candidates/Interviews
Spanish language assessment test
Must pass a thorough background investigation which includes, but is not limited to fingerprinting, a review of applicant’s criminal, civil, driving, military, educational and employment history prior to employment.
Equal Pay: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate's relevant experience and education. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Type of Position: This hourly position is eligible for overtime.
Type: Represented
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Location*: Juvenile Justice Complex, 1401 NE 68th Ave., Portland Oregon 97213.
*Work location includes field work such as home visits and other locations as preferred by the families.
Telework: This position is NOT eligible for hybrid or routine on-site/telework subject to the Multnomah County Telework Policy and based on the Department’s business needs. This position is considered Ad-hoc. The exact amount of on-site/telework and schedule will be discussed with the hiring manager during time of offer. Telework locations cannot be located outside of Oregon or Washington.
Multnomah County offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible employees. A few highlights include:
Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Defined benefit retirement plan (pension); Multnomah County pays for the employee's share of the state retirement contribution (6% of wages)
Generous paid leave (vacation, holidays, sick, parental, military, etc...)
Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation and flexible spending accounts
Free annual Trimet bus pass
Alternative wellness resources
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future full-time, part-time, regular, temporary, limited duration, and on-call positions. Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
To support our mission, we seek a highly motivated Data Operations and Business Analyst to join our team in Reston, VA. This position plays a dual role in operations and strategic analysis to enhance donor engagement, optimize campaign performance, and drive revenue growth across the National Wildlife Federation’s (NWF) membership and philanthropy programs. This position is responsible for developing and managing data selections, reporting, and analytics for direct response fundraising campaigns including direct mail, telemarketing, and face-to-face. The Analyst also interprets constituent and campaign data, producing actionable insights to inform strategy, improve member experience, and support revenue generation across Membership, Mid-Level, Major Gifts, and Gift Planning programs.
The Analyst works closely with colleagues across the Federation to create an integrated and data-informed approach to constituent engagement that supports NWF’s mission to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world.
Principle Duties (major areas of responsibility):
Construct and manage campaigns in internal systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Analytical Marketing, Excel,)
Develop, test, and execute data pulls and segmentation for direct mail, telemarketing, and face-to-face campaigns
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all outputs
Partner with campaign managers to translate audience strategy into technical requirements and lists
Analyze direct marketing performance using KPIs that measure conversion, engagement, and retention
Create dashboards and custom reports using tools such as Tableau, Excel, and SPSS
Present analysis and insights to stakeholders, providing recommendations for improving campaign ROI and donor retention
Monitor donor trends and behaviors to inform segmentation, acquisition, and upgrade strategies
Support the development and maintenance of budgeting and forecasting models based on performance data
Serve as an internal consultant, translating data findings into strategic recommendations
Identify opportunities to enhance the donor experience and streamline data processes
Work cross-functionally with Membership, Digital, Midlevel, Major Giving, and Gift Planning teams to support integrated campaign strategies
Collaborate with IT, Business Operations, and external vendors to ensure data systems, infrastructure and operations support business needs
Conduct ad-hoc assessments to explore market opportunities and donor behavior
Qualifications:
High school diploma required College degree with a business concentration preferred
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in marketing, analysis, preferably with nonprofit organizations or mass constituency organizations
Strong problem-solving and conceptual thinking abilities; comfort working with large datasets
Superior quantitative skills, including experience with statistical analysis principles, and understanding of data and data management tools
Effective and proactive communication skills and acumen in time-management and prioritization, with the ability to explain complex data to non-technical audiences
A consultative approach to working with cross-functional teams and the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate analyses, position recommendations, advise strategy implementation, and foster a disciplined approach to performance management and continuous improvement
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint; strong working knowledge of Tableau and CRM platforms (preferably Microsoft Dynamics)
Strong familiarity with marketing databases and reporting tools (e.g., SPSS, Marketing Cubes, Data Warehouses)
Travel Requirements:
In the event a remote candidate is selected, occasional travel may be required for team meetings, approximately 1 to 2 times per year on average.
Location and Work Mode:
This position is based out of our headquarters in Reston, VA. The National Wildlife Federation is committed to a flexible and empowered work environment with an authentic community of care for all staff. In this position, the employee may work in the office, in a hybrid manner, or fully remote, to be decided jointly with their supervisor in the final stages of the interview process. For more information on Work Modes, please review the benefits section of our careers page: https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers
Physical Requirements of the Job:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example, using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about the workspace. The position requires mobility, including moving materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience.
We are proud of our designation by Mogul as a Top 100 Workplace with the Best Benefits, and by Forbes as one of America’s best small employers! We value work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere with flexible scheduling. We want you to be able to integrate work and personal life with attention to your self-care, so that your work schedule is not depleting. We offer benefits so you feel restored and fueled through the day and week.
We offer these supports to help manage your mental, emotional, and physical health:
Paid time off: Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual based on a full-time schedule, unlimited wellbeing (this time can be used for physical, spiritual, emotional, cultural, religious or financial wellbeing for yourself, a partner, or family member – including pets), and 11 holidays
We close down for a paid winter break between December 25 to January 1 to recognize end of-year stress, and time for reflection, rejuvenation, and spending time with family.
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options – all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates
Therapist available at no cost
Pet insurance and discount perk program
Annual wellbeing allowance
In addition to your salary, we offer the following supports to your personal finances:
Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
Annual year end retirement contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption and Surrogacy assistance
Pet adoption stipend
Student Loan management
Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
For more information on our recruiting process, please review our Careers page: https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at careers@nwf.org or 703-438-6244.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Founded in 1936, the National Wildlife Federation has grown into America's largest and most trusted grassroots conservation organization with 53 state/territorial affiliates and more than six million members and supporters, including hunters, anglers, gardeners, birders, hikers, campers, paddlers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and stripes. The mission of the National Wildlife Federation is to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world. We advance this mission through programming focused on conserving wildlife, restoring habitats and waterways, expanding outdoor opportunities, connecting children with nature, advancing environmental justice, and addressing the causes and consequences of climate change.
To support our mission, we seek a highly motivated Data Operations and Business Analyst to join our team in Reston, VA. This position plays a dual role in operations and strategic analysis to enhance donor engagement, optimize campaign performance, and drive revenue growth across the National Wildlife Federation’s (NWF) membership and philanthropy programs. This position is responsible for developing and managing data selections, reporting, and analytics for direct response fundraising campaigns including direct mail, telemarketing, and face-to-face. The Analyst also interprets constituent and campaign data, producing actionable insights to inform strategy, improve member experience, and support revenue generation across Membership, Mid-Level, Major Gifts, and Gift Planning programs.
The Analyst works closely with colleagues across the Federation to create an integrated and data-informed approach to constituent engagement that supports NWF’s mission to ensure wildlife thrive in our rapidly changing world.
Principle Duties (major areas of responsibility):
Construct and manage campaigns in internal systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Analytical Marketing, Excel,)
Develop, test, and execute data pulls and segmentation for direct mail, telemarketing, and face-to-face campaigns
Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all outputs
Partner with campaign managers to translate audience strategy into technical requirements and lists
Analyze direct marketing performance using KPIs that measure conversion, engagement, and retention
Create dashboards and custom reports using tools such as Tableau, Excel, and SPSS
Present analysis and insights to stakeholders, providing recommendations for improving campaign ROI and donor retention
Monitor donor trends and behaviors to inform segmentation, acquisition, and upgrade strategies
Support the development and maintenance of budgeting and forecasting models based on performance data
Serve as an internal consultant, translating data findings into strategic recommendations
Identify opportunities to enhance the donor experience and streamline data processes
Work cross-functionally with Membership, Digital, Midlevel, Major Giving, and Gift Planning teams to support integrated campaign strategies
Collaborate with IT, Business Operations, and external vendors to ensure data systems, infrastructure and operations support business needs
Conduct ad-hoc assessments to explore market opportunities and donor behavior
Qualifications:
High school diploma required College degree with a business concentration preferred
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in marketing, analysis, preferably with nonprofit organizations or mass constituency organizations
Strong problem-solving and conceptual thinking abilities; comfort working with large datasets
Superior quantitative skills, including experience with statistical analysis principles, and understanding of data and data management tools
Effective and proactive communication skills and acumen in time-management and prioritization, with the ability to explain complex data to non-technical audiences
A consultative approach to working with cross-functional teams and the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate analyses, position recommendations, advise strategy implementation, and foster a disciplined approach to performance management and continuous improvement
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, PowerPoint; strong working knowledge of Tableau and CRM platforms (preferably Microsoft Dynamics)
Strong familiarity with marketing databases and reporting tools (e.g., SPSS, Marketing Cubes, Data Warehouses)
Travel Requirements:
In the event a remote candidate is selected, occasional travel may be required for team meetings, approximately 1 to 2 times per year on average.
Location and Work Mode:
This position is based out of our headquarters in Reston, VA. The National Wildlife Federation is committed to a flexible and empowered work environment with an authentic community of care for all staff. In this position, the employee may work in the office, in a hybrid manner, or fully remote, to be decided jointly with their supervisor in the final stages of the interview process. For more information on Work Modes, please review the benefits section of our careers page: https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers
Physical Requirements of the Job:
Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example, using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about the workspace. The position requires mobility, including moving materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet).
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Please Note:
This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Compensation and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $72,000 - $80,000, commensurate with experience.
We are proud of our designation by Mogul as a Top 100 Workplace with the Best Benefits, and by Forbes as one of America’s best small employers! We value work-life balance and a family-friendly atmosphere with flexible scheduling. We want you to be able to integrate work and personal life with attention to your self-care, so that your work schedule is not depleting. We offer benefits so you feel restored and fueled through the day and week.
We offer these supports to help manage your mental, emotional, and physical health:
Paid time off: Vacation that starts off at three weeks accrual based on a full-time schedule, unlimited wellbeing (this time can be used for physical, spiritual, emotional, cultural, religious or financial wellbeing for yourself, a partner, or family member – including pets), and 11 holidays
We close down for a paid winter break between December 25 to January 1 to recognize end of-year stress, and time for reflection, rejuvenation, and spending time with family.
Up to 16 weeks of fully paid Family and Medical Leave
Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance options – all outpatient mental health is covered at in-network rates
Therapist available at no cost
Pet insurance and discount perk program
Annual wellbeing allowance
In addition to your salary, we offer the following supports to your personal finances:
Retirement plan with immediate match and vesting
Annual year end retirement contribution
Tuition Reimbursement
Adoption and Surrogacy assistance
Pet adoption stipend
Student Loan management
Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s benefits package at https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers.
Application:
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume.
For more information on our recruiting process, please review our Careers page: https://www.nwf.org/About-Us/Careers
We strive to increase diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) in all elements of our work and with our partners to support the interdependent needs of wildlife and people in a rapidly changing world. We recruit, employ, train compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender individual), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are invited to learn more about National Wildlife Federation’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at nwf.org/equity.
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job, therefore our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. Your experience, which may include paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work, helps build the competencies and knowledge that translates to our openings. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and a culture of excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.
Please let us know if you require accommodations during the application or interview process by reaching us at careers@nwf.org or 703-438-6244.
If selected for this position, a background check will be conducted
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Cloud BI & DevOps Enablement Manager (IT Application Development Manager 2) 100 % Remote work (Permanent full-time position)
Please Note: This is the same posting as REQ-181716. If you have already applied to that role, please do not apply again as you have already been considered. Candidates that don't include the following will not be considered.
***Please attach all documents in the same field**
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed Application
The Technology Platform - Cloud BI and DevOps Enablement (TP-CBDE) Manager acts on the authority of the IT Director to oversee the development and ongoing operations of the organization's Cloud-First initiatives. This role involves close collaboration with other Technology Platform & OIS Technical Teams and partnerships with various state agencies, including but not limited to the State Data Center (DCS) and Enterprise Information Systems (EIS). These services play a crucial role in delivering IT solutions that support the shared programs of ODHS and OHA, ensuring scalability, security, and operational efficiency in cloud-based environments.
For a full review of the position description, please click here.
The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.
More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Your application, résumé, and cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, special qualifications (if applicable), and desired attributes. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate this experience in their application/resume/cover letter will not be considered.
Special Qualifications:
8+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and IT leadership.
Hands-on expertise with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Experience with security and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA, NIST, CIS Controls).
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Six (6) years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience
OR
(b) Three (3) years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science or IT related
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent certification.
Knowledge in serverless computing, microservices, and API management.
Leadership experience in an Agile/DevOps-driven IT environment
Proficiency in CI/CD tools, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
Knowledge of Power BI, data visualization, and cloud analytics solutions
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions . Candidates that don't submit a resume, cover letter and completed application will be declined .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for 1 vacancy, full-time, classified, Cloud BI & DevOps Enablement Manager (Information Technology Application Development Manager 2) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a full-time remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Kyle Phillips at kyle.phillips@oha.oregon.gov
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 10 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Aug 21, 2025
Full time
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Cloud BI & DevOps Enablement Manager (IT Application Development Manager 2) 100 % Remote work (Permanent full-time position)
Please Note: This is the same posting as REQ-181716. If you have already applied to that role, please do not apply again as you have already been considered. Candidates that don't include the following will not be considered.
***Please attach all documents in the same field**
1) Resume
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed Application
The Technology Platform - Cloud BI and DevOps Enablement (TP-CBDE) Manager acts on the authority of the IT Director to oversee the development and ongoing operations of the organization's Cloud-First initiatives. This role involves close collaboration with other Technology Platform & OIS Technical Teams and partnerships with various state agencies, including but not limited to the State Data Center (DCS) and Enterprise Information Systems (EIS). These services play a crucial role in delivering IT solutions that support the shared programs of ODHS and OHA, ensuring scalability, security, and operational efficiency in cloud-based environments.
For a full review of the position description, please click here.
The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.
More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Your application, résumé, and cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, special qualifications (if applicable), and desired attributes. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate this experience in their application/resume/cover letter will not be considered.
Special Qualifications:
8+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and IT leadership.
Hands-on expertise with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Experience with security and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA, NIST, CIS Controls).
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Six (6) years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience
OR
(b) Three (3) years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science or IT related
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent certification.
Knowledge in serverless computing, microservices, and API management.
Leadership experience in an Agile/DevOps-driven IT environment
Proficiency in CI/CD tools, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
Knowledge of Power BI, data visualization, and cloud analytics solutions
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions . Candidates that don't submit a resume, cover letter and completed application will be declined .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for 1 vacancy, full-time, classified, Cloud BI & DevOps Enablement Manager (Information Technology Application Development Manager 2) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a full-time remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Kyle Phillips at kyle.phillips@oha.oregon.gov
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 10 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/details/Certified-Recreation-Therapist--Behavioral-Health-Specialist-2-_REQ-183767?q=REQ-183767
Initial Posting Date:
07/11/2025
Application Deadline:
09/30/2025
Agency:
Oregon Health Authority
Salary Range:
$6420.00-$8967.00
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Certified Recreation Therapist (Behavioral Health Specialist 2)
Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)- BHS2 Oregon State Hospital in Salem
Oregon State Hospital, a Joint Commission and CMS certified public psychiatric hospital, provides psychiatric hospital services and patient treatment services to persons committed by the Oregon courts as part of the state mental health system.
The Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus is a 610-bed facility supported by approximately 2,000 staff.
The CTRS provides individualized treatment to patients based on their discipline specific education, training, licensing, and board certification in Recreation Therapy.
The CTRS completes clinical assessments, develops clinical interventions to meet individualized persons served treatment needs, creates program and treatment goals, and provides rehabilitation-focused clinical services to persons served.
The CTRS completes clinical assessments in accordance with Oregon State Hospital, specific discipline, and professional standards within timelines established by policies and protocols. They participate in the development of program plans based on persons served needs and goals. They provide discipline specific and evidenced-based interventions that support individualized treatment plans and coordinate those interventions with overall clinical delivery of treatment services. They evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans and track persons served progression or regression towards goals.
The CTRS reassess persons served treatment goals by modifying, adapting, and progressively updating the treatment plan to report out to the interdisciplinary group as an active member of the team representing the Treatment Services Department.
The CTRS are supervised by a clinical manager who evaluates the position through direct observation, documentation review, clinical supervision, treatment outcome measurements, persons served satisfaction responses, and peer/other management feedback. The CTRS is in daily contact with managers in other units, members of various treatment teams, interns, volunteers, and students.
Provide up to 20 hours of direct services to persons served through 1:1s, on-unit clinical groups, and/or treatment mall clinical groups.
Provide high quality services that reflect emerging best practices.
Track and document in Electronic Medical Records persons served progress or regress toward their individual treatment goals.
Reassess persons served treatment goals by modifying, adapting, and progressively updating treatment care plans.
Regularly evaluate efficacy of clinical interventions and communicate with clinical supervisor.
Communicate routinely with Creative Arts and Recreation Therapies Director/Associate Director, and Treatment Mall Manager, informing them of actions taken in unusual situations, limitations in skill, scheduling issues, absences, leave, supplies, etc.
Facilitate constructive resolutions that utilize Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) techniques used at the hospital when interacting in conflicts or stressful situations.
* Please note the Application Guidance below, the submission of a cover letter and resume, along with your application is required for consideration.
For a full review of the position description,
Minimum Qualifications
Recreation Therapist 2/Behavioral Health Specialist 2
Option #1 Master’s Degree in Recreation Therapy, Credentialed as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) within 6 months of hire, and 1 years of experience related to the series concept. When State of Oregon Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Licensure becomes available, must attain within 6 months of license availability.
Option #2 Master’s Degree in Psychology and a bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, fully credentialed as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), State of Oregon QMHP credential within 6 months of hire, and 1 year of experience related to the series concept. If State of Oregon licensure becomes available and required, the licensure and the QMHP credential will be required.
Note: Some positions may require qualification as a QMHP (Qualified Mental Health Professional).
What We Are Looking For
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OSH. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Experience working with patients/clients in an institutional mental health setting.
Experience working in a locked facility.
Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear, concise, and complete manner.
Experience working in an interdisciplinary clinical environment.
Experience working with underserved populations of patients.
Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal records check, and drug screen that meets OHA/OSH criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter prior to the end of the application process.
External Candidates : Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for 1 vacancy, time type: full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist -BHS2 SR 27 position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a In Office position.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Sr. Recruiter, Melissa Perez at: melissa.m.perez@oha.oregon.gov
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon
Aug 18, 2025
Full time
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/details/Certified-Recreation-Therapist--Behavioral-Health-Specialist-2-_REQ-183767?q=REQ-183767
Initial Posting Date:
07/11/2025
Application Deadline:
09/30/2025
Agency:
Oregon Health Authority
Salary Range:
$6420.00-$8967.00
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Certified Recreation Therapist (Behavioral Health Specialist 2)
Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)- BHS2 Oregon State Hospital in Salem
Oregon State Hospital, a Joint Commission and CMS certified public psychiatric hospital, provides psychiatric hospital services and patient treatment services to persons committed by the Oregon courts as part of the state mental health system.
The Oregon State Hospital Salem Campus is a 610-bed facility supported by approximately 2,000 staff.
The CTRS provides individualized treatment to patients based on their discipline specific education, training, licensing, and board certification in Recreation Therapy.
The CTRS completes clinical assessments, develops clinical interventions to meet individualized persons served treatment needs, creates program and treatment goals, and provides rehabilitation-focused clinical services to persons served.
The CTRS completes clinical assessments in accordance with Oregon State Hospital, specific discipline, and professional standards within timelines established by policies and protocols. They participate in the development of program plans based on persons served needs and goals. They provide discipline specific and evidenced-based interventions that support individualized treatment plans and coordinate those interventions with overall clinical delivery of treatment services. They evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans and track persons served progression or regression towards goals.
The CTRS reassess persons served treatment goals by modifying, adapting, and progressively updating the treatment plan to report out to the interdisciplinary group as an active member of the team representing the Treatment Services Department.
The CTRS are supervised by a clinical manager who evaluates the position through direct observation, documentation review, clinical supervision, treatment outcome measurements, persons served satisfaction responses, and peer/other management feedback. The CTRS is in daily contact with managers in other units, members of various treatment teams, interns, volunteers, and students.
Provide up to 20 hours of direct services to persons served through 1:1s, on-unit clinical groups, and/or treatment mall clinical groups.
Provide high quality services that reflect emerging best practices.
Track and document in Electronic Medical Records persons served progress or regress toward their individual treatment goals.
Reassess persons served treatment goals by modifying, adapting, and progressively updating treatment care plans.
Regularly evaluate efficacy of clinical interventions and communicate with clinical supervisor.
Communicate routinely with Creative Arts and Recreation Therapies Director/Associate Director, and Treatment Mall Manager, informing them of actions taken in unusual situations, limitations in skill, scheduling issues, absences, leave, supplies, etc.
Facilitate constructive resolutions that utilize Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) techniques used at the hospital when interacting in conflicts or stressful situations.
* Please note the Application Guidance below, the submission of a cover letter and resume, along with your application is required for consideration.
For a full review of the position description,
Minimum Qualifications
Recreation Therapist 2/Behavioral Health Specialist 2
Option #1 Master’s Degree in Recreation Therapy, Credentialed as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) within 6 months of hire, and 1 years of experience related to the series concept. When State of Oregon Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Licensure becomes available, must attain within 6 months of license availability.
Option #2 Master’s Degree in Psychology and a bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, fully credentialed as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), State of Oregon QMHP credential within 6 months of hire, and 1 year of experience related to the series concept. If State of Oregon licensure becomes available and required, the licensure and the QMHP credential will be required.
Note: Some positions may require qualification as a QMHP (Qualified Mental Health Professional).
What We Are Looking For
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OSH. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Experience working with patients/clients in an institutional mental health setting.
Experience working in a locked facility.
Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear, concise, and complete manner.
Experience working in an interdisciplinary clinical environment.
Experience working with underserved populations of patients.
Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal records check, and drug screen that meets OHA/OSH criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter prior to the end of the application process.
External Candidates : Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for 1 vacancy, time type: full-time, permanent, SEIU represented, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist -BHS2 SR 27 position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a In Office position.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Sr. Recruiter, Melissa Perez at: melissa.m.perez@oha.oregon.gov
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon
REQ-185376 Oregon Health Authority Principal Ombuds (Consultant Advisor 1) (Evergreen) (Open)
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/details/Oregon-Health-Authority-Principal-Ombuds--Consultant-Advisor-1-_REQ-185376?q=ombuds
I nitial Posting Date:
08/11/2025
Application Deadline:
09/21/2025
Salary Range:
8,907 to 12,522 monthly
Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - [Oregon Health Authority Principal Ombuds/Consultation Advisor 1]
This is a permanent position.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis at two and four weeks of posting August 22nd and September 5th). All applicants who meet the application posting deadline of September 21st. will be fully considered and evaluated for the program.
The Oregon Health Authority Principal Ombuds is enabled through Oregon Revised Statutes 414.712. The Oregon Health Authority is required to provide ombuds services for people who receive publicly funded health services. To do this, OHA’s Ombuds Program advocates on behalf of OHP members for:
Access to care,
Quality of care, and
Channeling member experiences into recommendations for systems, policy and program improvement.
The OHA Principal Ombuds is responsible for ensuring agency implementation, through the Ombuds Program, of ORS 414.712.
The OHA Principal Ombuds ensures all individuals receiving publicly funded medical benefits have access to Agency provided advocacy through the Ombuds program and acts enterprise wide to center the Oregon Health Authority’s operational implementation, policy, legislative and initiatives in the voices, experiences and input of those receiving benefits. This is essential to agency values of ensuring all actions work towards the elimination of health inequities and co-creation with community.
The OHA Principal Ombuds, as required by legislation for the OHA Ombuds Program reports to the Governor, the Oregon Health Policy Board and other Agency and statewide leadership at least quarterly about Ombuds services provided and advises leadership on centering equity and quality of and access to publicly funded health services within Medicaid funded programs. These recommendations direct beneficiary and publicly centered legislative, agency and statewide actions that improve how services are provided to people in Oregon. Currently, almost one third of the state’s population receives Medicaid services; Medicaid benefits, services and supports are the primary focus of Ombuds advocacy. The OHA Ombuds Consultant is responsible for developing policy, program and administrative improvements that address identified urgent, emergent or system wide barriers to appropriate, timely access.
This position supports the OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, particularly equity, in the execution of the agency’s duties. This position utilizes cross agency collaboration and co-creation, empathy, strong interpersonal and cultural humility skills, conflict resolution, and analytical investigation to develop strategic OHA Ombuds advocacy priorities. As part of the Ombuds Program, this position supports and mentors the Ombuds team for resolution of case concerns and policy improvements based off case work; identification of and action to address critical situations; and provides leadership on a statewide level. This position leads with humility, kindness and collaborative approaches to bring about systems change to center responsive and co-created policies and programs for those served. This position executes all elements of the OHA Ombuds Program. This includes:
Communication on behalf of the OHA Ombuds Program internally and externally.
Ensuring excellence in culturally responsive and member centered OHP / Medicaid recipient customer service.
Successful delivery of written quarterly, six-month and annual OHA Ombuds Reports.
Reporting formally to the Oregon Health Policy Board, OHA Director, Governor’s office, OHA and Oregon Department of Human Services Leadership and OHA Ombuds Advisory Council.
Meeting regularly with agency directors and leadership to share experiences of those receiving publicly administered health benefits, inform beneficiary-centered policies and advocate for improvements.
Providing agency leadership for person-centered responsiveness.
Identifying, learning from and leading actions to support systems improvements based on the experiences of those receiving publicly administered health benefits.
Incorporating innovation, advocacy and client experience into agency work to identify better and best practice for meeting the needs of the people we serve.
Mentoring and developing person centered advocates within the agency. Mentoring Ombuds on case practices, complex case coordination, and advancement of Medicaid systems improvements; and
Stewardship of Ombuds Program resources and exercising business acumen for Ombuds Program sustainability, integrity, and exceptional customer service.
For a full review of the position description, please Click Here .
You can review previous OHA Ombuds Reports and learn more about the program here .
The AA Salary Range for this position is between $8,097.00 to $12,522.00 per month.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Consultant Advisor 1
Seven years of executive-level policy development or foundational experience directly related to the position being recruited; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal record that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
Desired Attributes:
Consumer centered Medicaid experience and deep understanding of Medicaid in Oregon or nationally. Medicaid knowledge and experience, particularly from a consumer Medicaid perspective required. Experience and/or knowledge of Coordinated Care Organizations in Oregon (CCOs) and/or Managed Care Organizations (MCO), particularly elevation of consumer (member) voice and experience within these models, Medicaid complaints and grievances, and/or professional or lived experience working, advocating and/or navigating Oregon’s Medicaid system.
Demonstrated experience working within Oregon Medicaid to advance health equity preferred.
Client-Centered Advocacy and Equity Commitment Deep dedication to ensuring equitable access to high-quality, culturally responsive health services for all publicly funded medical benefit recipients, with a focus on eliminating health inequities and centering the voices of those served. Demonstrated ability to steward relationships with diverse groups.
Cultural humility and conflict resolution . Demonstrated cultural awareness and cultural humility. Demonstrated skills in organizational collaboration, alternative dispute resolution and/or relationship-based approaches to resolving conflict and centering OHP members and equity advancements.
Individuals with lived and/or professional experience working directly with diverse populations, specifically racially, ethnically, culturally, linguistically, gender- and ability- diverse community members preferred.
Collaborative and Cross-Agency Partnership Building Skilled at fostering collaboration and co-creation across agencies and with community partners to drive policy, legislative, and program improvements that reflect the needs and experiences of Medicaid beneficiaries. Ability to work effectively within existing policies, rules and legislation for member-centered advocacy and elevate for systems improvement and change policies, rules and legislation that need improvement to center Medicaid beneficiary access to and quality of care.
Strategic Analytical and Investigative Skills Demonstrated ability to translate individual experience into systems improvement and advocacy, particularly within Medicaid and/or other health settings. Strong capacity for analytical investigation to identify systemic barriers and develop strategic advocacy priorities, providing actionable recommendations to advance equity, quality, and access to health services.
Demonstrated experience in fields such as social work, public health administration, communication, psychology, law, conflict resolution, or organizational change focused on social justice, diversity and inclusion, universal access and the ADA, dismantling institutional privilege and institutional racism, social determinants of health and equity preferred.
Effective Communication and Reporting Written and oral communication skills with ability to persuade and to communicate complex topics in understandable ways. Effective communication demonstrating diplomacy, cultural humility and awareness in all communications with coworkers, OHA leadership, CCO staff, OHP members, and other members of the public. Expertise in communicating clearly and persuasively both internally and externally about complex topics in understandable ways. This includes delivering comprehensive, timely reports to the Governor, Oregon Health Policy Board, and other leadership bodies. Previous reports are available on the OHA Ombuds Reports webpage .
Bi-lingual/bi-cultural communication skills preferred.
Previous Ombuds experience
Previous Ombuds experience, particularly in an advocacy based, health based, and/or government based Ombuds Program preferred. Ability to bring and implement Ombuds standards of practice to the OHA Ombuds Program utilizing relevant Ombuds Associations including the U.S. Ombudsman Association, the International Ombuds Association, and the American Bar Association Dispute Resolution.
Resource Stewardship and Program Management. Strong business acumen and responsibility for sustainable program operations, ensuring integrity, exceptional customer service, efficient stewardship of Ombuds Program resources, and maintaining the integrity and autonomy of the Ombuds Program.
Leadership and Mentorship Excellence. Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of Ombuds advocates with humility and kindness, supporting case resolution, complex case coordination, and fostering professional development to advance Medicaid systems improvements centered in OHP members and advancing equity.
Customer service and case work management skills. Case management or advocacy experience, preferably with populations most impacted by health inequities. Ability to manage multiple tasks and provide a trauma-informed approached and person-centered approach to advocacy for individuals facing extreme frustrations with the health system.
Program Evaluation and Microsoft Suite
Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite tools.
Power BI experience preferred
Experience in quantitative, qualitative and evaluation methodology preferred.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, and cover letter.
Complete the online application
Upload Resume
Upload Cover Letter
Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered
Resumes, cover letters and all other documents must all be uploaded at one time. When uploading a resume, please upload any other documents in the same area/field. Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered.
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for 1 (one), Full-time, Permanent , Managerial Services, Oregon Health Authority Principal Ombuds (Classification: Consultant Advisor 1 position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a Hybrid Optional position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter Scott Lee at: scott.h.lee@oha.oregon.gov 971-372-1972.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
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The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and pay equity.
Aug 15, 2025
Full time
REQ-185376 Oregon Health Authority Principal Ombuds (Consultant Advisor 1) (Evergreen) (Open)
https://oregon.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/SOR_External_Career_Site/details/Oregon-Health-Authority-Principal-Ombuds--Consultant-Advisor-1-_REQ-185376?q=ombuds
I nitial Posting Date:
08/11/2025
Application Deadline:
09/21/2025
Salary Range:
8,907 to 12,522 monthly
Job Description:
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - [Oregon Health Authority Principal Ombuds/Consultation Advisor 1]
This is a permanent position.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis at two and four weeks of posting August 22nd and September 5th). All applicants who meet the application posting deadline of September 21st. will be fully considered and evaluated for the program.
The Oregon Health Authority Principal Ombuds is enabled through Oregon Revised Statutes 414.712. The Oregon Health Authority is required to provide ombuds services for people who receive publicly funded health services. To do this, OHA’s Ombuds Program advocates on behalf of OHP members for:
Access to care,
Quality of care, and
Channeling member experiences into recommendations for systems, policy and program improvement.
The OHA Principal Ombuds is responsible for ensuring agency implementation, through the Ombuds Program, of ORS 414.712.
The OHA Principal Ombuds ensures all individuals receiving publicly funded medical benefits have access to Agency provided advocacy through the Ombuds program and acts enterprise wide to center the Oregon Health Authority’s operational implementation, policy, legislative and initiatives in the voices, experiences and input of those receiving benefits. This is essential to agency values of ensuring all actions work towards the elimination of health inequities and co-creation with community.
The OHA Principal Ombuds, as required by legislation for the OHA Ombuds Program reports to the Governor, the Oregon Health Policy Board and other Agency and statewide leadership at least quarterly about Ombuds services provided and advises leadership on centering equity and quality of and access to publicly funded health services within Medicaid funded programs. These recommendations direct beneficiary and publicly centered legislative, agency and statewide actions that improve how services are provided to people in Oregon. Currently, almost one third of the state’s population receives Medicaid services; Medicaid benefits, services and supports are the primary focus of Ombuds advocacy. The OHA Ombuds Consultant is responsible for developing policy, program and administrative improvements that address identified urgent, emergent or system wide barriers to appropriate, timely access.
This position supports the OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, particularly equity, in the execution of the agency’s duties. This position utilizes cross agency collaboration and co-creation, empathy, strong interpersonal and cultural humility skills, conflict resolution, and analytical investigation to develop strategic OHA Ombuds advocacy priorities. As part of the Ombuds Program, this position supports and mentors the Ombuds team for resolution of case concerns and policy improvements based off case work; identification of and action to address critical situations; and provides leadership on a statewide level. This position leads with humility, kindness and collaborative approaches to bring about systems change to center responsive and co-created policies and programs for those served. This position executes all elements of the OHA Ombuds Program. This includes:
Communication on behalf of the OHA Ombuds Program internally and externally.
Ensuring excellence in culturally responsive and member centered OHP / Medicaid recipient customer service.
Successful delivery of written quarterly, six-month and annual OHA Ombuds Reports.
Reporting formally to the Oregon Health Policy Board, OHA Director, Governor’s office, OHA and Oregon Department of Human Services Leadership and OHA Ombuds Advisory Council.
Meeting regularly with agency directors and leadership to share experiences of those receiving publicly administered health benefits, inform beneficiary-centered policies and advocate for improvements.
Providing agency leadership for person-centered responsiveness.
Identifying, learning from and leading actions to support systems improvements based on the experiences of those receiving publicly administered health benefits.
Incorporating innovation, advocacy and client experience into agency work to identify better and best practice for meeting the needs of the people we serve.
Mentoring and developing person centered advocates within the agency. Mentoring Ombuds on case practices, complex case coordination, and advancement of Medicaid systems improvements; and
Stewardship of Ombuds Program resources and exercising business acumen for Ombuds Program sustainability, integrity, and exceptional customer service.
For a full review of the position description, please Click Here .
You can review previous OHA Ombuds Reports and learn more about the program here .
The AA Salary Range for this position is between $8,097.00 to $12,522.00 per month.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Consultant Advisor 1
Seven years of executive-level policy development or foundational experience directly related to the position being recruited; OR
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal record that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
Desired Attributes:
Consumer centered Medicaid experience and deep understanding of Medicaid in Oregon or nationally. Medicaid knowledge and experience, particularly from a consumer Medicaid perspective required. Experience and/or knowledge of Coordinated Care Organizations in Oregon (CCOs) and/or Managed Care Organizations (MCO), particularly elevation of consumer (member) voice and experience within these models, Medicaid complaints and grievances, and/or professional or lived experience working, advocating and/or navigating Oregon’s Medicaid system.
Demonstrated experience working within Oregon Medicaid to advance health equity preferred.
Client-Centered Advocacy and Equity Commitment Deep dedication to ensuring equitable access to high-quality, culturally responsive health services for all publicly funded medical benefit recipients, with a focus on eliminating health inequities and centering the voices of those served. Demonstrated ability to steward relationships with diverse groups.
Cultural humility and conflict resolution . Demonstrated cultural awareness and cultural humility. Demonstrated skills in organizational collaboration, alternative dispute resolution and/or relationship-based approaches to resolving conflict and centering OHP members and equity advancements.
Individuals with lived and/or professional experience working directly with diverse populations, specifically racially, ethnically, culturally, linguistically, gender- and ability- diverse community members preferred.
Collaborative and Cross-Agency Partnership Building Skilled at fostering collaboration and co-creation across agencies and with community partners to drive policy, legislative, and program improvements that reflect the needs and experiences of Medicaid beneficiaries. Ability to work effectively within existing policies, rules and legislation for member-centered advocacy and elevate for systems improvement and change policies, rules and legislation that need improvement to center Medicaid beneficiary access to and quality of care.
Strategic Analytical and Investigative Skills Demonstrated ability to translate individual experience into systems improvement and advocacy, particularly within Medicaid and/or other health settings. Strong capacity for analytical investigation to identify systemic barriers and develop strategic advocacy priorities, providing actionable recommendations to advance equity, quality, and access to health services.
Demonstrated experience in fields such as social work, public health administration, communication, psychology, law, conflict resolution, or organizational change focused on social justice, diversity and inclusion, universal access and the ADA, dismantling institutional privilege and institutional racism, social determinants of health and equity preferred.
Effective Communication and Reporting Written and oral communication skills with ability to persuade and to communicate complex topics in understandable ways. Effective communication demonstrating diplomacy, cultural humility and awareness in all communications with coworkers, OHA leadership, CCO staff, OHP members, and other members of the public. Expertise in communicating clearly and persuasively both internally and externally about complex topics in understandable ways. This includes delivering comprehensive, timely reports to the Governor, Oregon Health Policy Board, and other leadership bodies. Previous reports are available on the OHA Ombuds Reports webpage .
Bi-lingual/bi-cultural communication skills preferred.
Previous Ombuds experience
Previous Ombuds experience, particularly in an advocacy based, health based, and/or government based Ombuds Program preferred. Ability to bring and implement Ombuds standards of practice to the OHA Ombuds Program utilizing relevant Ombuds Associations including the U.S. Ombudsman Association, the International Ombuds Association, and the American Bar Association Dispute Resolution.
Resource Stewardship and Program Management. Strong business acumen and responsibility for sustainable program operations, ensuring integrity, exceptional customer service, efficient stewardship of Ombuds Program resources, and maintaining the integrity and autonomy of the Ombuds Program.
Leadership and Mentorship Excellence. Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of Ombuds advocates with humility and kindness, supporting case resolution, complex case coordination, and fostering professional development to advance Medicaid systems improvements centered in OHP members and advancing equity.
Customer service and case work management skills. Case management or advocacy experience, preferably with populations most impacted by health inequities. Ability to manage multiple tasks and provide a trauma-informed approached and person-centered approach to advocacy for individuals facing extreme frustrations with the health system.
Program Evaluation and Microsoft Suite
Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite tools.
Power BI experience preferred
Experience in quantitative, qualitative and evaluation methodology preferred.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, and cover letter.
Complete the online application
Upload Resume
Upload Cover Letter
Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered
Resumes, cover letters and all other documents must all be uploaded at one time. When uploading a resume, please upload any other documents in the same area/field. Applicants who fail to upload resume and cover letter will not be considered.
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for 1 (one), Full-time, Permanent , Managerial Services, Oregon Health Authority Principal Ombuds (Classification: Consultant Advisor 1 position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a Hybrid Optional position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter Scott Lee at: scott.h.lee@oha.oregon.gov 971-372-1972.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and pay equity.
Are you an experienced analyst with a passion for crisis system implementation and improvement? The Behavioral Health Division (BHD) is seeking someone with data analysis and program evaluation experience to provide development, implementation and accountability of the implementation of 988 and the behavioral health crisis service system in Oregon as directed to OHA under HB 2417.
In this position you will:
Support data driven evaluation planning and dataset development by identifying key partners, design the scope of work, develop associated policy and program materials, facilitate weekly/monthly program site meetings, monitor system performance and outcomes.
Act as subject matter expert to support the 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis System Manager in preparing recommendations for Legislative Session work, Government Relations, OHA leadership and community partners, community justice, Local Alcohol and Drug Policy committees and behavioral health providers.
Manage large and complex contracts that blend multiple funding streams, be responsible for contract accountability and success, and corrective action planning or repayment planning with providers.
Provide technical assistance.
Provide support in decision making to plan, design and direct behavioral health regulations, policies and priorities.
Identify system performance and system development needs.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes:
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
Extensive knowledge of public health principles.
Working knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, accounting, and legislative process.
Skill in writing and analyzing general, statistical and technical reports.
Skill in presenting and defending data, research and administrative studies.
Skill using data to inform policy updates and development.
The person in this position must understand the full continuum of behavioral health care, with specific understanding of the cross section between substance use disorder, community corrections and systemic racism.
Previous professional experience with a state-wide crisis system and knowledge of the federal crisis program.
Grant administration experience.
Administrative law and government regulation processes, including experience or knowledge of procedures followed in administrative hearings.
This position is public facing and interacts with community partners who may become passionate in their feedback and responses, and requires the skill to effectively manage difficult conversations, respond with trauma informed care, and bring calm to upset individuals.
We are seeking someone who shares Oregon Health Authority’s mission and values. OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
This announcement is for one full-time permanent, SEIU represented Operations & Policy Analyst 3 position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a HYBRID (3-4 meetings IN-OFFICE per year) position.
How to Apply: Submit your application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-184192
Application Deadline: 07/27/2025
Salary Range: $6,123 - $9,409
Jul 21, 2025
Full time
Are you an experienced analyst with a passion for crisis system implementation and improvement? The Behavioral Health Division (BHD) is seeking someone with data analysis and program evaluation experience to provide development, implementation and accountability of the implementation of 988 and the behavioral health crisis service system in Oregon as directed to OHA under HB 2417.
In this position you will:
Support data driven evaluation planning and dataset development by identifying key partners, design the scope of work, develop associated policy and program materials, facilitate weekly/monthly program site meetings, monitor system performance and outcomes.
Act as subject matter expert to support the 988 & Behavioral Health Crisis System Manager in preparing recommendations for Legislative Session work, Government Relations, OHA leadership and community partners, community justice, Local Alcohol and Drug Policy committees and behavioral health providers.
Manage large and complex contracts that blend multiple funding streams, be responsible for contract accountability and success, and corrective action planning or repayment planning with providers.
Provide technical assistance.
Provide support in decision making to plan, design and direct behavioral health regulations, policies and priorities.
Identify system performance and system development needs.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes:
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
Extensive knowledge of public health principles.
Working knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, accounting, and legislative process.
Skill in writing and analyzing general, statistical and technical reports.
Skill in presenting and defending data, research and administrative studies.
Skill using data to inform policy updates and development.
The person in this position must understand the full continuum of behavioral health care, with specific understanding of the cross section between substance use disorder, community corrections and systemic racism.
Previous professional experience with a state-wide crisis system and knowledge of the federal crisis program.
Grant administration experience.
Administrative law and government regulation processes, including experience or knowledge of procedures followed in administrative hearings.
This position is public facing and interacts with community partners who may become passionate in their feedback and responses, and requires the skill to effectively manage difficult conversations, respond with trauma informed care, and bring calm to upset individuals.
We are seeking someone who shares Oregon Health Authority’s mission and values. OHA values health equity, service excellence, integrity, leadership, partnership, innovation and transparency. OHA’s health equity definition is “Oregon will have established a health system that creates health equity when all people can reach their full potential and well-being and are not disadvantaged by their race, ethnicity, language, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, social class, intersections among these communities or identities, or other socially determined circumstances. Achieving health equity requires the ongoing collaboration of all regions and sectors of the state, including tribal governments to address: the equitable distribution or redistributing of resources and power; and recognizing, reconciling, and rectifying historical and contemporary injustices.” OHA’s 10-year goal is to eliminate health inequities. Click here , to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision and core values.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
This announcement is for one full-time permanent, SEIU represented Operations & Policy Analyst 3 position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a HYBRID (3-4 meetings IN-OFFICE per year) position.
How to Apply: Submit your application at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-184192
Application Deadline: 07/27/2025
Salary Range: $6,123 - $9,409
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Cloud BI & DevOps Enablement Manager (IT Application Development Manager 2) 100 % Remote work (Permanent full-time position)
The Technology Platform - Cloud BI and DevOps Enablement (TP-CBDE) Manager acts on the authority of the IT Director to oversee the development and ongoing operations of the organization's Cloud-First initiatives. This role involves close collaboration with other Technology Platform & OIS Technical Teams and partnerships with various state agencies, including but not limited to the State Data Center (DCS) and Enterprise Information Systems (EIS). These services play a crucial role in delivering IT solutions that support the shared programs of ODHS and OHA, ensuring scalability, security, and operational efficiency in cloud-based environments.
For a full review of the position description, please click here.
The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.
More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Your application, résumé, and cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, special qualifications (if applicable), and desired attributes. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate this experience in their application/resume/cover letter will not be considered .
Special Qualifications:
8+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and IT leadership.
Hands-on expertise with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Experience with security and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA, NIST, CIS Controls).
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Six (6) years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience
OR
(b) Three (3) years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science or IT related
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent certification.
Knowledge in serverless computing, microservices, and API management.
Leadership experience in an Agile/DevOps-driven IT environment
Proficiency in CI/CD tools, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
Knowledge of Power BI, data visualization, and cloud analytics solutions
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter , and answer all supplemental questions . Candidates that don't submit a resume, cover letter and completed application will be declined .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for1 vacancy, full-time, classified, Cloud BI & DevOps Enablement Manager (Information Technology Application Development Manager 2) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a full-time remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Kyle Phillips at kyle.phillips@oha.oregon.gov
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Jun 05, 2025
Full time
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Cloud BI & DevOps Enablement Manager (IT Application Development Manager 2) 100 % Remote work (Permanent full-time position)
The Technology Platform - Cloud BI and DevOps Enablement (TP-CBDE) Manager acts on the authority of the IT Director to oversee the development and ongoing operations of the organization's Cloud-First initiatives. This role involves close collaboration with other Technology Platform & OIS Technical Teams and partnerships with various state agencies, including but not limited to the State Data Center (DCS) and Enterprise Information Systems (EIS). These services play a crucial role in delivering IT solutions that support the shared programs of ODHS and OHA, ensuring scalability, security, and operational efficiency in cloud-based environments.
For a full review of the position description, please click here.
The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.
More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Your application, résumé, and cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, special qualifications (if applicable), and desired attributes. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate this experience in their application/resume/cover letter will not be considered .
Special Qualifications:
8+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, DevOps, and IT leadership.
Hands-on expertise with Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
Experience with security and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, HIPAA, NIST, CIS Controls).
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Six (6) years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience
OR
(b) Three (3) years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in computer science or IT related
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Azure Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent certification.
Knowledge in serverless computing, microservices, and API management.
Leadership experience in an Agile/DevOps-driven IT environment
Proficiency in CI/CD tools, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and scripting (PowerShell, Python, Bash).
Knowledge of Power BI, data visualization, and cloud analytics solutions
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter , and answer all supplemental questions . Candidates that don't submit a resume, cover letter and completed application will be declined .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for1 vacancy, full-time, classified, Cloud BI & DevOps Enablement Manager (Information Technology Application Development Manager 2) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a full-time remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Senior Recruiter, Kyle Phillips at kyle.phillips@oha.oregon.gov
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Senior Technical Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 8) 100% Remote work
Note: This is the same position as REQ-177076. If you previously applied, your application has already been considered and there is no need to reapply.
As a Senior Technical Project Manager, you will provide leadership, project management and technology expertise for a wide variety of technology projects, many of which are major projects that are complex, multi-platform, multi-vendor and distributed statewide. Your responsibilities will include leading decision-making processes for the analysis, design, development, testing, training and implementation efforts that achieve the long-term goals for the Oregon Health Authority and Department of Human Services.
In this role, your project management work will include a variety of tasks and activities. Project activities can be technical such as large-scale hardware implementations; off-premises system upgrades; software enhancements that may be developed internally or by a vendor; data migrations; development of new data access methods; change control management; and system performance improvements.
For a full review of the position description, please click here.
The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.
More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Your application, résumé, and cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, special qualifications (if applicable), and desired attributes. Applications that do not clearly show this experience will not be considered .
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Seven (7) years of information systems experience in Technical Project Management
OR
(b) An associate’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field.
AND
5 years of information systems experience in Technical Project Management
OR
(c) A bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field
AND
three (3) years of information systems experience in Technical Project Management
OR
(d) Master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field
AND
one (1) year of information systems experience in Technical Project Management
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application. For a full list of the desired attributes please click on the linked Position Description above.
Experience managing large complex multi-million-dollar projects implementing Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS), Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions that involved organizational transformations.
Oregon Project Management Certification (OPMC) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or PMI-ACP or equivalent
Experience in using project management best practices and standard methodologies, e.g., PMI (PMBOK) waterfall, hybrid, and agile, etc.
Experience with Microsoft Project Online and/or Azure DevOps (ADOS).
Excels at establishing and building relationships.
Problem solving and adaptability, along with strategic thinking.
Adept at recognizing and anticipating emerging project risks, business priorities, and addressing those developments through risk mitigation, contingency plans, and communication strategies.
Experience in advancing health and human services equity, addressing systemic health and human service disparities, and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable, and underrepresented populations.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions . Candidates that don't submit a resume, cover letter and completed application will be declined .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for1 vacancy, full-time, classified Senior Technical Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 8) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a full-time remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the [Senior Recruiter], Kyle Phillips at kyle.phillips@oha.oregon.gov
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Jun 05, 2025
Full time
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Senior Technical Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 8) 100% Remote work
Note: This is the same position as REQ-177076. If you previously applied, your application has already been considered and there is no need to reapply.
As a Senior Technical Project Manager, you will provide leadership, project management and technology expertise for a wide variety of technology projects, many of which are major projects that are complex, multi-platform, multi-vendor and distributed statewide. Your responsibilities will include leading decision-making processes for the analysis, design, development, testing, training and implementation efforts that achieve the long-term goals for the Oregon Health Authority and Department of Human Services.
In this role, your project management work will include a variety of tasks and activities. Project activities can be technical such as large-scale hardware implementations; off-premises system upgrades; software enhancements that may be developed internally or by a vendor; data migrations; development of new data access methods; change control management; and system performance improvements.
For a full review of the position description, please click here.
The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.
More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Your application, résumé, and cover letter must clearly demonstrate how you meet the minimum qualifications, special qualifications (if applicable), and desired attributes. Applications that do not clearly show this experience will not be considered .
Minimum Qualifications:
(a) Seven (7) years of information systems experience in Technical Project Management
OR
(b) An associate’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field.
AND
5 years of information systems experience in Technical Project Management
OR
(c) A bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field
AND
three (3) years of information systems experience in Technical Project Management
OR
(d) Master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field
AND
one (1) year of information systems experience in Technical Project Management
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application. For a full list of the desired attributes please click on the linked Position Description above.
Experience managing large complex multi-million-dollar projects implementing Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS), Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) solutions that involved organizational transformations.
Oregon Project Management Certification (OPMC) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP), and/or PMI-ACP or equivalent
Experience in using project management best practices and standard methodologies, e.g., PMI (PMBOK) waterfall, hybrid, and agile, etc.
Experience with Microsoft Project Online and/or Azure DevOps (ADOS).
Excels at establishing and building relationships.
Problem solving and adaptability, along with strategic thinking.
Adept at recognizing and anticipating emerging project risks, business priorities, and addressing those developments through risk mitigation, contingency plans, and communication strategies.
Experience in advancing health and human services equity, addressing systemic health and human service disparities, and collaborating with diverse, vulnerable, and underrepresented populations.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions . Candidates that don't submit a resume, cover letter and completed application will be declined .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for1 vacancy, full-time, classified Senior Technical Project Manager (Information Systems Specialist 8) position based in Salem, Oregon.
This is a full-time remote position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the [Senior Recruiter], Kyle Phillips at kyle.phillips@oha.oregon.gov
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - OVERS Operations and Business Analyst/Operations and Policy Analyst 3
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Center for Health Statistics section in Portland, Oregon has an exciting career opportunity for an OVERS Operations and Business Analyst. This position will focus on providing operational and business analysis for the Oregon Vital Events Registration System (OVERS) Program.
What Will You Do? As the Oregon Vital Events Registration System (OVERS) Operations and Business Analyst, you will provide operational and business analysis for the Center for Health Statistics and OVERS Program. In this position you will plan, manage, lead, and evaluate Center operations and improvements to modernize the state’s vital records and statistics system, (OVERS), and Center operational business processes, programs, and services. Duties include, for example, implementing REALD/SOGI, interoperability with other systems, and vendor contract management. This position facilitates change through effective project management and performs legislative and policy analysis.
For a full review of the position description, please click here .
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. OR
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Experience with business analysis, project management, and change control management principles and methods.
Experience developing and implementing quality improvement processes and procedures.
Experience with contract administration, procurement, and vendor management.
Experience with computer systems, databases, technical documentation, and data quality management.
Proficient in the MS Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Teams, and Visio), experienced with tracking or file management software (such as Smartsheet), and knowledgeable in interactive data visualization software (Tableau).
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal record and driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions .
Applicants who fail to upload a resume and cover letter will not be considered.
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for one (1), full-time, permanent, classified, represented by a union: SEIU - Human Services, OVERS Operations and Business Analyst (Classification: Operations and Policy Analyst 3) position based in Portland, Oregon.
The work of the Center is mission critical. Due to the nature of the duties for this position, 100% of the work is conducted in the office at the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232, five days a week during standard office hours for the first 6 months working in the position. Remote work, no more than three to four days per work week, may be considered after working in the position for 6 months if remote work meets business and operational needs. The schedule will be discussed and agreed upon between the hiring manager and selected candidate. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Aimee Buchholz at: Aimee.D.Buchholz2@oha.oregon.gov | (503) 509-5511.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
May 29, 2025
Full time
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - OVERS Operations and Business Analyst/Operations and Policy Analyst 3
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Center for Health Statistics section in Portland, Oregon has an exciting career opportunity for an OVERS Operations and Business Analyst. This position will focus on providing operational and business analysis for the Oregon Vital Events Registration System (OVERS) Program.
What Will You Do? As the Oregon Vital Events Registration System (OVERS) Operations and Business Analyst, you will provide operational and business analysis for the Center for Health Statistics and OVERS Program. In this position you will plan, manage, lead, and evaluate Center operations and improvements to modernize the state’s vital records and statistics system, (OVERS), and Center operational business processes, programs, and services. Duties include, for example, implementing REALD/SOGI, interoperability with other systems, and vendor contract management. This position facilitates change through effective project management and performs legislative and policy analysis.
For a full review of the position description, please click here .
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and four years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work. OR
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to seven years of experience that typically supports the knowledge and skills for the classification.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Experience with business analysis, project management, and change control management principles and methods.
Experience developing and implementing quality improvement processes and procedures.
Experience with contract administration, procurement, and vendor management.
Experience with computer systems, databases, technical documentation, and data quality management.
Proficient in the MS Office Suite (including Word, Excel, Teams, and Visio), experienced with tracking or file management software (such as Smartsheet), and knowledgeable in interactive data visualization software (Tableau).
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Special Requirements: To be hired, you must have a criminal record and driving records check that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire, and throughout employment.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions .
Applicants who fail to upload a resume and cover letter will not be considered.
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for one (1), full-time, permanent, classified, represented by a union: SEIU - Human Services, OVERS Operations and Business Analyst (Classification: Operations and Policy Analyst 3) position based in Portland, Oregon.
The work of the Center is mission critical. Due to the nature of the duties for this position, 100% of the work is conducted in the office at the Portland State Office Building located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232, five days a week during standard office hours for the first 6 months working in the position. Remote work, no more than three to four days per work week, may be considered after working in the position for 6 months if remote work meets business and operational needs. The schedule will be discussed and agreed upon between the hiring manager and selected candidate. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact the Recruiter, Aimee Buchholz at: Aimee.D.Buchholz2@oha.oregon.gov | (503) 509-5511.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.
OHA is an anti-racist organization working to eliminate health inequities and dismantle structural barriers that impact underserved communities. Join us in advancing our Strategic Plan and building a more equitable Oregon.
Behavioral Health Division (BHD) is seeking an experienced project manager to serve as the internal agency expert for project management implementation within to support Child and Family Behavioral Health Programs. In this position, you will work closely with project managers to collaborate with other divisions and agencies such as Medicaid, Health Policy & Analytics, Public Health, Oregon department of Human Services, Oregon Youth Authority, System of Care Advisory Council and the Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission.
You will provide the assurance of equity-driven project implementation and support transparency and collaboration through the utilization of streamlined processes. You will be responsible for leading coordination and tracking all efforts, documenting, and reporting progress to senior leadership, supporting communications, and supporting the team in the development of quality improvement strategies and other operational and organizational efforts to move Child and Family Behavioral Health program related work forward.
Additional duties will include but are not limited to:
Responsibility for all aspects of design, development, communication, and monitoring of project implementation plans
Utilization of sophisticated project management tools and resources to ensure programs meet deliverables, milestones and goals
Collaboration and consultation with external contractors and partners as program implementation is developed and realized.
Provide ongoing assessment and review of program related
Perform and oversee analysis and research activities, and advises leadership in the direction of high-profile policy areas.
Preparing reports to inform and guide program development, program implementation, and program evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications:
Seven years of professional level experience related to the class concept;
OR
Six years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification;
OR
Four years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field;
OR
Two years of professional level experience AND Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.
OR
Desired Attributes:
Experience managing a large project portfolio with management of multiple projects at one time, including business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people.
Experience with and extensive knowledge of Smartsheet including creating formulas and dashboards.
Knowledge of Behavioral Health systems and child serving systems such as child welfare, IDD, etc.
Experience with techniques and methods of disseminating communication within an organization, including the communication adaptability and flexibility for diverse populations of participants, and ability to understand the needs of team not fluent in the language of project management, portraying needs to the team, and explaining the status of projects.
Able to approach projects and ideas with multiple methodologies.
Experience leading and participating in task forces, committees, workgroups and advisory panels related to policy and program development and implementation.
Experience performing operational research techniques, methods and practices, including analysis and reporting of financial data.
Understanding of executive and legislative decision-making process.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
This is a HYBRID (90% REMOTE) position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submit your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-180849 .
Application Deadline: 5/27/2025
May 16, 2025
Full time
Behavioral Health Division (BHD) is seeking an experienced project manager to serve as the internal agency expert for project management implementation within to support Child and Family Behavioral Health Programs. In this position, you will work closely with project managers to collaborate with other divisions and agencies such as Medicaid, Health Policy & Analytics, Public Health, Oregon department of Human Services, Oregon Youth Authority, System of Care Advisory Council and the Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission.
You will provide the assurance of equity-driven project implementation and support transparency and collaboration through the utilization of streamlined processes. You will be responsible for leading coordination and tracking all efforts, documenting, and reporting progress to senior leadership, supporting communications, and supporting the team in the development of quality improvement strategies and other operational and organizational efforts to move Child and Family Behavioral Health program related work forward.
Additional duties will include but are not limited to:
Responsibility for all aspects of design, development, communication, and monitoring of project implementation plans
Utilization of sophisticated project management tools and resources to ensure programs meet deliverables, milestones and goals
Collaboration and consultation with external contractors and partners as program implementation is developed and realized.
Provide ongoing assessment and review of program related
Perform and oversee analysis and research activities, and advises leadership in the direction of high-profile policy areas.
Preparing reports to inform and guide program development, program implementation, and program evaluation.
Minimum Qualifications:
Seven years of professional level experience related to the class concept;
OR
Six years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND an Oregon Project Management Associate Certification;
OR
Four years of professional level experience related to the class concept AND a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field;
OR
Two years of professional level experience AND Project Management Professional Certification awarded by the Project Management Institute.
OR
Desired Attributes:
Experience managing a large project portfolio with management of multiple projects at one time, including business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people.
Experience with and extensive knowledge of Smartsheet including creating formulas and dashboards.
Knowledge of Behavioral Health systems and child serving systems such as child welfare, IDD, etc.
Experience with techniques and methods of disseminating communication within an organization, including the communication adaptability and flexibility for diverse populations of participants, and ability to understand the needs of team not fluent in the language of project management, portraying needs to the team, and explaining the status of projects.
Able to approach projects and ideas with multiple methodologies.
Experience leading and participating in task forces, committees, workgroups and advisory panels related to policy and program development and implementation.
Experience performing operational research techniques, methods and practices, including analysis and reporting of financial data.
Understanding of executive and legislative decision-making process.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
This is a HYBRID (90% REMOTE) position. Please check SECTION 4. WORKING CONDITIONS, of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the details surrounding the working conditions.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submit your resume, cover letter, and answer all supplemental questions at oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-180849 .
Application Deadline: 5/27/2025
Oregon Health Authority
Salem and Portland, Oregon
This position is situated on the Medicaid Children and Family Policy unit which writes administrative rules (OAR), directs coverage policy, directs provider enrollment and provider billing policy, issues guidance, leads rate setting and provides subject matter expertise and FFS program leadership for the following areas within OHP: Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostics and Treatment (EPSDT); School Based Health Services; and Young Adults with Special Health Care Needs (YSCHN).
In this position, you will:
Coordinate grant activities and grant projects; overseeing the implementation of project activities.
Develop meeting agendas, schedules, and conduct meetings
Coordinate training and technical assistance; responding to and supporting requests from education agencies.
Design and direct the gathering, tabulating, and interpreting of required data for grant reporting requirements.
Track overall program evaluation; and ensure necessary reports and documentation are submitted.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes:
Experience supporting the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that advance health equity (address systemic health disparities, expand culturally responsive and inclusive services, factor in social determinants of health) and elevate the voice of community and those with lived experience.
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid administration in Oregon.
Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes; specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes is valued.
Experience supporting inter-and cross-agency collaboration and coordination of community centered policies, programs, and continuous (performance / quality / process) improvement strategies.
Strong oral and written communication skills across a variety of forums; experience communicating qualitative and quantitative information, verbal and written, that are accessible to and understood by audiences with different levels of comprehension or interest and that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and appropriate.
Experience and knowledge evaluating and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of administrative and technical programs within the context of health policy / healthcare services.
Knowledge about contracts/interagency agreement administration, procurement, and grant administration within the context of Oregon state government (e.g. OHA/ODHS) or other complex health services delivery organizations.
Demonstrated project management experience, including ability to effectively manage multiple project timelines and priorities and promote human-centered change management.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submit a copy of your resume and cover letter at Oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-180806
Application Deadline: 05/26/2025
Salary Range: $5,325 - $8,148
May 16, 2025
Full time
This position is situated on the Medicaid Children and Family Policy unit which writes administrative rules (OAR), directs coverage policy, directs provider enrollment and provider billing policy, issues guidance, leads rate setting and provides subject matter expertise and FFS program leadership for the following areas within OHP: Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostics and Treatment (EPSDT); School Based Health Services; and Young Adults with Special Health Care Needs (YSCHN).
In this position, you will:
Coordinate grant activities and grant projects; overseeing the implementation of project activities.
Develop meeting agendas, schedules, and conduct meetings
Coordinate training and technical assistance; responding to and supporting requests from education agencies.
Design and direct the gathering, tabulating, and interpreting of required data for grant reporting requirements.
Track overall program evaluation; and ensure necessary reports and documentation are submitted.
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and education equivalent to five years of professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Example: A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration, Behavioral or Social Sciences, Finance, Political Science or any degree demonstrating the capacity for the knowledge and skills; and two years professional-level evaluative, analytical and planning work.
Desired Attributes:
Experience supporting the development and implementation of policies and programs at the community, state, and/or national level that advance health equity (address systemic health disparities, expand culturally responsive and inclusive services, factor in social determinants of health) and elevate the voice of community and those with lived experience.
Knowledge of health services delivery systems, particularly the Oregon Health Plan/ Medicaid administration in Oregon.
Knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes; specific knowledge of Oregon Administrative Rules and Oregon Revised Statutes is valued.
Experience supporting inter-and cross-agency collaboration and coordination of community centered policies, programs, and continuous (performance / quality / process) improvement strategies.
Strong oral and written communication skills across a variety of forums; experience communicating qualitative and quantitative information, verbal and written, that are accessible to and understood by audiences with different levels of comprehension or interest and that are culturally responsive, inclusive, and appropriate.
Experience and knowledge evaluating and synthesizing quantitative and qualitative data to analyze and measure the effectiveness, efficiency, and impact of administrative and technical programs within the context of health policy / healthcare services.
Knowledge about contracts/interagency agreement administration, procurement, and grant administration within the context of Oregon state government (e.g. OHA/ODHS) or other complex health services delivery organizations.
Demonstrated project management experience, including ability to effectively manage multiple project timelines and priorities and promote human-centered change management.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submit a copy of your resume and cover letter at Oregonjobs.org using job number REQ-180806
Application Deadline: 05/26/2025
Salary Range: $5,325 - $8,148
Oregon Health Authority
Primarily remote. Offices in Salem and Portland, Oregon
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is seeking a new director for The Office of Recovery and Resilience within its Behavioral Health Division (BHD). If you are an experienced manager who believes in building meaningful partnerships, and want to see with people with lived experience in decision-making at all levels of the behavioral health system, then you need to apply today!
In this position, you will utilize your lived experience to provide inspirational leadership to the agency and lead a team of behavioral health experts to break down historical communication and outreach barriers and ensure people with lived experience are continually leading behavioral health transformation efforts.
You will lead and inspire the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all behavioral health programs, projects and initiatives through supervision of the behavioral health operations unit, through coordination with other BHD and OHA
units, and as directed by people with lived experience and communities disproportionately impacted by health inequities.
You will be responsible for leadership and direction of a team to build a more person-directed, trauma-informed, equitable, and effective approach to behavioral health services in Oregon; and use this same approach to ensure adherence to Legislative, Governor and OHA leadership priorities.
What We Are Looking For
Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR four years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
Desired Attributes:
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
Lived experience with behavioral health needs or accessing behavioral health services, and knowledge and / or experience with Peer Delivered Services.
Knowledge and experience in designing, implementing, evaluation, and maintenance of state and federal programs, particularly those involving behavioral health and crossovers to the justice system.
Knowledge of Medicaid, community mental health programs, SUD and/or problem gambling health delivery systems, with experience implementing health care transformation in Oregon preferred.
Experience with budget, funding streams, community investment and value-based payment mechanisms, and contract and grant administration.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of management, including establishing long-range objectives, planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling, developing and implementing policies and programs, and decision making.
Experience working with the Legislature, community groups and local government.
Oral and written cross-cultural communications skills.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Apr 22, 2025
Full time
Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is seeking a new director for The Office of Recovery and Resilience within its Behavioral Health Division (BHD). If you are an experienced manager who believes in building meaningful partnerships, and want to see with people with lived experience in decision-making at all levels of the behavioral health system, then you need to apply today!
In this position, you will utilize your lived experience to provide inspirational leadership to the agency and lead a team of behavioral health experts to break down historical communication and outreach barriers and ensure people with lived experience are continually leading behavioral health transformation efforts.
You will lead and inspire the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all behavioral health programs, projects and initiatives through supervision of the behavioral health operations unit, through coordination with other BHD and OHA
units, and as directed by people with lived experience and communities disproportionately impacted by health inequities.
You will be responsible for leadership and direction of a team to build a more person-directed, trauma-informed, equitable, and effective approach to behavioral health services in Oregon; and use this same approach to ensure adherence to Legislative, Governor and OHA leadership priorities.
What We Are Looking For
Seven years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR four years of related experience and a bachelor's degree in a related field.
Desired Attributes:
Experience in advancing health equity, addressing systemic health inequities and collaborating with diverse communities most harmed by social injustice and health inequities.
Lived experience with behavioral health needs or accessing behavioral health services, and knowledge and / or experience with Peer Delivered Services.
Knowledge and experience in designing, implementing, evaluation, and maintenance of state and federal programs, particularly those involving behavioral health and crossovers to the justice system.
Knowledge of Medicaid, community mental health programs, SUD and/or problem gambling health delivery systems, with experience implementing health care transformation in Oregon preferred.
Experience with budget, funding streams, community investment and value-based payment mechanisms, and contract and grant administration.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of management, including establishing long-range objectives, planning, organizing, directing, motivating, controlling, developing and implementing policies and programs, and decision making.
Experience working with the Legislature, community groups and local government.
Oral and written cross-cultural communications skills.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Systems, Records Management and Statistics Manager (Business Operations Manager 2)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Center for Health Statistics is pleased to announce a career opportunity for a Systems, Records Management, and Statistics Manager. In this leadership role, you will provide oversight and strategic direction to three distinct mission critical programs in the state: Vital Statistics, the Oregon Vital Events Registration System (OVERS), and Records Management.
The Vital Statistics program is responsible for compiling, analyzing, and reporting on the vital statistics of Oregon. The OVERS program develops and maintains the state's electronic vital events registration system. The Records Management Program focuses on the review, registration, quality assurance, and preservation of Oregon's vital records.
This position involves planning, organizing, and managing the operations of these three programs. You will also oversee the operations and resources for the national vital statistics program through Oregon’s Vital Statistics Cooperative Project (VSCP) as the Director. Additionally, you will serve as Deputy State Registrar and State Registrar as needed.
For a full review of the position description, including duties and working conditions, please click here .
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Experience in overseeing information technology and emerging technologies sufficient to manage and direct the planning and implementation of modern mission critical information systems similar to vital records and statistics systems.
Experience with legislative processes at the state and national levels.
Experience with interpreting, explaining, and implementing complex laws and rules.
Experience with writing laws and administrative rules for implementation.
Experience with relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations regarding the collection, reporting, publication, and confidentiality of public health statistics.
Experience presenting complex data, technical and scientific reports, and ideas clearly and concisely to a wide variety of audiences.
Experience in records management and retention.
Experience providing leadership to direct and evaluate program performance, prioritize responsibilities, supervise, and coordinate the activities of supervisory, professional, and administrative staff.
Experience managing teams in a production environment.
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume , cover letter , and answer all supplemental questions .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for one (1), full time, permanent, management service - supervisory, Systems, Records Management and Statistics Manager (Classification: Business Operations Manager 2) position based in Portland, Oregon.
This position is 100% in office, working out of the Portland State Office Building, located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232, to meet business needs. Please check SECTION 4: WORKING CONDITIONS of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact Recruiter, Aimee Buchholz at: aimee.d.buchholz2@oha.oregon.gov | (503) 509-5511.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and pay equity.
Application Deadline: 05/07/2025
Salary Range: $7,353 - $11,373 Monthly
Apr 18, 2025
Full time
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today! - Systems, Records Management and Statistics Manager (Business Operations Manager 2)
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Center for Health Statistics is pleased to announce a career opportunity for a Systems, Records Management, and Statistics Manager. In this leadership role, you will provide oversight and strategic direction to three distinct mission critical programs in the state: Vital Statistics, the Oregon Vital Events Registration System (OVERS), and Records Management.
The Vital Statistics program is responsible for compiling, analyzing, and reporting on the vital statistics of Oregon. The OVERS program develops and maintains the state's electronic vital events registration system. The Records Management Program focuses on the review, registration, quality assurance, and preservation of Oregon's vital records.
This position involves planning, organizing, and managing the operations of these three programs. You will also oversee the operations and resources for the national vital statistics program through Oregon’s Vital Statistics Cooperative Project (VSCP) as the Director. Additionally, you will serve as Deputy State Registrar and State Registrar as needed.
For a full review of the position description, including duties and working conditions, please click here .
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be visible in your application for consideration.
Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Desired Attributes: The following are skills and lived experiences that we have identified as key to success in this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you possess any of these, please let us know in your application.
Experience in overseeing information technology and emerging technologies sufficient to manage and direct the planning and implementation of modern mission critical information systems similar to vital records and statistics systems.
Experience with legislative processes at the state and national levels.
Experience with interpreting, explaining, and implementing complex laws and rules.
Experience with writing laws and administrative rules for implementation.
Experience with relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations regarding the collection, reporting, publication, and confidentiality of public health statistics.
Experience presenting complex data, technical and scientific reports, and ideas clearly and concisely to a wide variety of audiences.
Experience in records management and retention.
Experience providing leadership to direct and evaluate program performance, prioritize responsibilities, supervise, and coordinate the activities of supervisory, professional, and administrative staff.
Experience managing teams in a production environment.
Experience creating, promoting, welcoming, and maintaining a culturally competent and diverse work environment.
Application Guidance
How to Apply: Submission Requirements - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume , cover letter , and answer all supplemental questions .
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
Internal Candidates: Current State of Oregon employees must apply through their employee Workday login . Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.
After You Apply:
Before the job announcement closes, log in to your Workday account to check for pending tasks under “My Applications” and complete them.
Remember to check your email (including your junk folder) and Workday inbox for updates on your application.
We value our veterans! To ensure the security of your information, kindly follow the instructions for how to submit your Veteran documents for preference found here. Please do not attach your Veterans’ preference documentation in the Resume/CV field of your application.
Reminders:
Your candidate profile and application materials are great opportunities to showcase your interest in the position and highlight your skills and experience. Submissions will be screened for consistency and communication skills, including attention to detail, spelling, and grammar. For more tips and guidance, check out What you need to know to get the job !
This announcement is for one (1), full time, permanent, management service - supervisory, Systems, Records Management and Statistics Manager (Classification: Business Operations Manager 2) position based in Portland, Oregon.
This position is 100% in office, working out of the Portland State Office Building, located at 800 NE Oregon Street, Portland, OR 97232, to meet business needs. Please check SECTION 4: WORKING CONDITIONS of the position description linked above to review more details regarding the working conditions.
Please download and save a copy of this job announcement and linked position description, as it is not available after the application deadline. For questions about the announcement, or if you require an alternate format to apply, please contact Recruiter, Aimee Buchholz at: aimee.d.buchholz2@oha.oregon.gov | (503) 509-5511.
Benefits of Joining Our Team
We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/ Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details
The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.
Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E-Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
Helpful Links & Resources
How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | Oregon Health Authority | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Veterans Resources
The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, committed to diversity and pay equity.
Application Deadline: 05/07/2025
Salary Range: $7,353 - $11,373 Monthly
